ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE

671 ALEXIAN WAY, SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN 37377 (423) 886-0100
Non profit - Corporation 114 Beds ASCENSION LIVING Data: November 2025 5 Immediate Jeopardy citations
Trust Grade
0/100
#231 of 298 in TN
Last Inspection: September 2024

Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.

Overview

Ascension Living Alexian Village in Signal Mountain, Tennessee, has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating poor performance with significant concerns regarding resident care. Ranking #231 out of 298 facilities in the state places it in the bottom half, and it is the lowest-ranked facility in Hamilton County. The facility's trend is improving, with the number of issues found decreasing from 13 in 2023 to 6 in 2024, but it still has a concerning staffing turnover rate of 59%, which is higher than the state average. There have also been substantial fines totaling $214,408, which is higher than 96% of Tennessee facilities, suggesting ongoing compliance problems. Notably, critical incidents include a resident being entrapped between a mattress and a grab bar, leading to multiple rib fractures, and failures in monitoring bowel movements, which resulted in a fecal impaction for that same resident. While staffing has an average rating of 3 out of 5, the facility's overall performance and specific incidents indicate serious weaknesses that families should consider.

Trust Score
F
0/100
In Tennessee
#231/298
Bottom 23%
Safety Record
High Risk
Review needed
Inspections
Getting Better
13 → 6 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
59% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
✓ Good
$214,408 in fines. Lower than most Tennessee facilities. Relatively clean record.
Skilled Nurses
○ Average
Each resident gets 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Tennessee. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
Violations
⚠ Watch
27 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Overall Rating
★★★☆☆
3.0
Staff Levels
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Care Quality
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2023: 13 issues
2024: 6 issues

The Good

  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in fire safety.

The Bad

1-Star Overall Rating

Below Tennessee average (2.8)

Significant quality concerns identified by CMS

Staff Turnover: 59%

13pts above Tennessee avg (46%)

Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity

Federal Fines: $214,408

Well above median ($33,413)

Significant penalties indicating serious issues

Chain: ASCENSION LIVING

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

Staff turnover is elevated (59%)

11 points above Tennessee average of 48%

The Ugly 27 deficiencies on record

5 life-threatening
Sept 2024 3 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Safe Environment (Tag F0584)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observations and interviews, the facility failed to provide a homelike e...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observations and interviews, the facility failed to provide a homelike environment for 2 residents (Resident #12 and Resident #7) of 83 residents reviewed for a homelike environment. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Quality of Life-Homelike Environment, dated 1/2024, revealed .the characteristics of the community that reflect a .homelike environment .these characteristics include .cleanliness and order . Medical record review revealed Resident #12 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including Multiple Sclerosis, Difficulty Walking and Neuromuscular Dysfunction of the Bladder. Review of a quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #12 scored a 9 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) assessment which indicated the resident had moderate cognitive impairment. During an observation in room [ROOM NUMBER], on 9/23/2024 at 2:45 PM, 2 pieces of blue tape, to the bottom trim baseboard, on the wall adjacent to the entry door were seen. Upon further observation, the bottom trim baseboard was coming apart from the wall with gouges of various sizes, in the paint and dry wall. During an interview on 9/23/2024 at 2:46 PM, Resident #12 stated she was unsure how long the tape had been covering the gouges in the dry wall. Medical record review revealed Resident #7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and readmitted on [DATE], with diagnoses including Dementia, Hypertension and Asthma. Review of an entry MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #7 scored a 0 on the BIMS assessment which indicated the resident had severe cognitive impairment. During an observation in room [ROOM NUMBER], on 9/23/2024 at 2:47 PM, multiple tears of various sizes, in the paint and dry wall behind the headboard of Resident #7's bed were seen. During an interview on 9/25/2024 at 10:43 AM, the Administrator confirmed room [ROOM NUMBER] and room [ROOM NUMBER] did not reflect a homelike environment for Resident #12 and Resident #7. The Administrator stated the impairments to the walls in room [ROOM NUMBER] and 502 needed repairs.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to develop Enhanced Barri...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to develop Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) on the comprehensive care plan for 3 residents (Residents #36, Resident #12 and Resident #24) of 21 residents reviewed for care plans. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Care Plans-Comprehensive Person-Centered, dated 9/2023, revealed .the comprehensive, person-centered care plan will .describe the services that are the be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's .well-being .incorporate identified problem areas .reflect treatment .reflect currently recognized standards of practice for problem areas and conditions . Medical record review revealed Resident #36 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and readmitted on [DATE], with diagnoses including Functional Quadriplegia, Complete Lesion of Cervical Spine and Neurogenic Dysfunction of Bladder. Review of the Physician's Order for Resident #36 dated 9/3/2020, revealed .indwelling catheter .for neurogenic bladder . Review of a quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #36 scored a 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) assessment which indicated the resident was cognitively intact. Further review revealed the resident had a suprapubic catheter and an active diagnosis of neurogenic bladder. Review of a comprehensive care plan revised on 8/24/2023, revealed Resident #36 had a suprapubic catheter for a neurogenic bladder. Further review revealed EBP had not been developed on the care plan. During an interview and observation on 9/23/2024 at 12:05 PM, Resident #36 stated he had an indwelling suprapubic catheter. Observation revealed there was no EBP signage or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) available in or outside the resident's room. During an observation on 9/24/2024 at 8:25 AM, Resident #36 had a suprapubic catheter. No EBP signage or PPE was available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 8:30 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) B stated Resident #36 had a suprapubic catheter and she confirmed only gloves were worn to perform the resident's catheter care. Interview revealed LPN B was unaware of the need to use EBP for suprapubic catheter care. During an interview and observation on 9/24/2024 at 2:24 PM, Resident #36 stated the nursing staff only wore gloves when suprapubic catheter care was performed. The resident was unaware of the need for EBP for suprapubic catheter care. Observation revealed there was no EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 2:34 PM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) C stated she only wore gloves while performing catheter care for Resident #36. Interview revealed CNA C was unaware of EBP for suprapubic catheter care. Medical record review revealed Resident #12 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including Multiple Sclerosis, Difficulty Walking and Neuromuscular Dysfunction of the Bladder. Review of a quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #12 scored a 9 on the BIMS assessment which indicated the resident had moderate cognitive impairement. Further review revealed the resident had an indwelling catheter and an active diagnosis of neurogenic bladder. Review of a comprehensive care plan revised 2/13/2024, revealed Resident #12 had an indwelling urinary catheter for a neurogenic bladder. Further review revealed there was no EBP developed on the care plan. Review of the Physician's Orders dated 9/24/2024, revealed catheter care every shift .change cath [catheter] every month . During an observation on 9/23/2024 at 2:46 PM, revealed Resident #12 did not have EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/23/2024 at 2:50 PM, the Registered Nurse (RN) House Supervisor stated Resident #12 had an indwelling catheter and was not placed in EBP. During an interview on 9/23/2024 at 2:54 PM, CNA D stated Resident #12 had an indwelling catheter and was not placed in EBP. CNA D stated when she completed catheter care for Resident #12, she only wore gloves, no additional PPE. During an observation on 9/24/2024 at 2:05 PM, revealed Resident #12 did not have EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 2:15 PM, CNA E stated Resident #12 had an indwelling catheter and was not placed in EBP. CNA E stated when she completed catheter care for Resident #12, she only wore gloves, no additional PPE. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 2:45 PM, the Infection Preventionist (IP) stated when EBP implemented there is signage placed to alert the staff on the resident's entry door with a PPE storage hanger for the staff to use. The IP stated for residents with EBP initiated, the facility discuss the information in the daily clinical meeting and the resident's care plan and medical record reflect the need for EBP. During an observation on 9/25/2024 at 11:15 AM, revealed Resident #12 did not have EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/25/2024 at 11:20 AM, Resident #12 stated when the staff completed catheter care, they wear gloves and do not wear a gown. Resident #12 stated she was never told by anyone at the facility she needed to be in EBP for her indwelling catheter. Medical record review revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses of Chronic Kidney Disease, Coronary Artery Disease and Urinary Retention. Review of the comprehensive care plan revised 8/21/2024, revealed Resident #24 had a suprapubic catheter for neurogenic bladder. Further review revealed EBP was not developed on the care plan. Review of the Physician's Order for Resident #24 dated 8/29/2024 revealed .Catheter care every shift . Review of an admission MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #24 scored an 11 on the BIMS assessment which indicated the resident had moderate cognitive impairement. Further review revealed the resident had a suprapubic catheter and an active diagnosis of neurogenic bladder. During an observation on 9/23/2024 at 12:15 PM, Resident #24 had an indwelling catheter. There was no EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/25/2024 at 8:11 AM, the Infection Preventionist stated residents with indwelling devices should be placed on EBP and confirmed the facility did not develop or implement EBP for Resident #36, Resident #12, and Resident #24 related to their indwelling urinary device usage. During an interview on 9/25/2024 at 10:30 AM, LPN A stated Resident #24 was not on EBP for the suprapubic catheter and she only wore gloves when she provided catheter care. Continued interview revealed LPN A was unaware of EBP being required for catheter care.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to implement Enhanced Bar...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to implement Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) for 3 residents (Residents #36, Resident #12, and Resident #24) of 7 residents reviewed for indwelling devices. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Skilled Nursing Communities, revised 3/2024, revealed .Enhanced Barrier Precautions .infection control intervention .that employs targeted gown and glove use .shall be implemented during high-contact resident care activities .with .indwelling medical devices .regardless of .infection or colonization .during .dressing .bathing . transferring .providing hygiene .changing linens .changing briefs . device care or use .urinary catheter . Medical record review revealed Resident #36 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE], with diagnoses including Functional Quadriplegia, Complete Lesion of Cervical Spine and Neurogenic Dysfunction of Bladder. Review of the Physician's Order for Resident #36 dated 9/3/2020, revealed .indwelling catheter .for neurogenic bladder . Review of a quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #36 scored a 15 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) assessment which indicated the resident was cognitively intact. Further review revealed the resident had a suprapubic catheter and an active diagnosis of neurogenic bladder. Review of a comprehensive care plan revised on 8/24/2023, revealed Resident #36 had a suprapubic catheter for a neurogenic bladder. During an interview and observation on 9/23/2024 at 12:05 PM, Resident #36 stated he had an indwelling suprapubic catheter. Observation revealed there was no EBP signage or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) available in or outside the resident's room. During an observation on 9/24/2024 at 8:25 AM, Resident #36 had a suprapubic catheter and there was no EBP signage or PPE was available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 8:30 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) B stated Resident #36 had a suprapubic catheter and she only wore gloves to perform the resident's catheter care. LPN B was unaware of the need to use EBP for suprapubic catheter care. During an interview and observation on 9/24/2024 at 2:24 PM, Resident #36 stated the nursing staff only wore gloves when suprapubic catheter care was performed. The resident was unaware of the need for EBP for suprapubic catheter care. There was no EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 2:34 PM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) C stated she only wore gloves while performing catheter care for Resident #36. CNA C was unaware of EBP for suprapubic catheter care. Review of the medical record revealed Resident #12 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Multiple Sclerosis, Difficulty Walking and Neuromuscular Dysfunction of the Bladder. Review of a quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #12 scored a 9 on the BIMS assessment which indicated the resident had moderate cognitive impairement. Further review revealed the resident had an indwelling catheter and an active diagnosis of neurogenic bladder. Review of a comprehensive care plan revised 2/13/2024, revealed Resident #12 had an indwelling urinary catheter for a neurogenic bladder. During an observation on 9/23/2024 at 2:46 PM, revealed Resident #12 did not have EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/23/2024 at 2:50 PM, the Registered Nurse (RN) House Supervisor stated Resident #12 had an indwelling catheter and was not placed in EBP. During an interview on 9/23/2024 at 2:54 PM, CNA D stated Resident #12 had an indwelling catheter and was not placed in EBP. CNA D stated when she completed catheter care for Resident #12, she only wore gloves, no additional PPE. Review of the Physician's Orders for Resident #12 dated 9/24/2024, revealed catheter care every shift .change cath [catheter] every month . During an observation on 9/24/2024 at 2:05 PM, revealed Resident #12 did not have EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 2:15 PM, CNA E stated Resident #12 had an indwelling catheter and was not placed in EBP. CNA E stated when she completed catheter care for Resident #12, she only wore gloves, no additional PPE. During an interview on 9/24/2024 at 2:45 PM, the Infection Preventionist (IP) stated when EBP are implemented signage is placed to alert the staff on the resident's entry door with a PPE storage hanger for the staff to use. During an observation on 9/25/2024 at 11:15 AM, revealed Resident #12 did not have EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/25/2024 at 11:20 AM, Resident #12 stated when the staff completed catheter care they wear gloves and do not wear a gown. Resident #12 stated she was never told by anyone at the facility she needed to be in EBP for her indwelling catheter. Medical record review revealed Resident #24 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of Chronic Kidney Disease, Coronary Artery Disease and Urinary Retention. Review of the comprehensive care plan revised 8/21/2024, revealed Resident #24 had a suprapubic catheter for a neurogenic bladder. Review of the Physician's Order for Resident #24 dated 8/29/2024, revealed .Catheter care every shift . Review of an admission MDS dated [DATE], revealed Resident #24 scored an 11 on the BIMS assessment which indicated the resident had moderate cognitive impairement. Further review revealed the resident had a suprapubic catheter and an active diagnosis of neurogenic bladder. During an observation on 9/23/2024 at 12:15 PM, revealed Resident #24 had an indwelling catheter. There was no EBP signage or PPE available in or outside the resident's room. During an interview on 9/25/2024 at 8:11 AM, the Infection Preventionist stated residents with indwelling devices should be placed on EBP and confirmed the facility did not develop or implement EBP for Resident #36, Resident #12 and Resident #24 related to their indwelling device usage. During an interview on 9/25/2024 at 10:30 AM, LPN A stated Resident #24 was not on EBP for the suprapubic catheter and she only wore gloves when she provided catheter care. Continued interview revealed LPN A was unaware of EBP for catheter care.
Aug 2024 3 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Assessment Accuracy (Tag F0641)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual 3.0 review, medical record review, and interview, t...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual 3.0 review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to accurately complete a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for 1 resident (Resident #6) of 15 residents reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, MDS Assessment, revised 12/2017, revealed .Residents of our skilled nursing communities will have a MDS Assessment completed in accordance with CMS [Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services] guidelines as outlined in the RAI Manual .MDS Assessments are based on information from resident, family, physician, caregivers, and/or clinical assessment .MDS Assessments are used by the Interdisciplinary Assessment Team to develop a plan of care .Coding of the MDS item sets will be completed in accordance with the RAI guidelines . Review of the RAI Manual 3.0 dated 10/2023 revealed .Number of Falls Since Admission/Entry or Reentry or Prior Assessment .Review nursing home incident reports and medical record .for falls and level of injury . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Congestive Heart Failure, Bipolar Disorder, Weakness, Vascular Dementia, and Adult Failure to Thrive. Review of the comprehensive care plan revised 12/27/2023, for Resident #6 revealed, .[Resident #6] has potential for falls . Intervention added to include .use wedge (pillow, blanket) to provide support . Review of the Nurse's Notes for Resident #6 dated 12/27/2023, revealed Resident #6 was found on the floor beside the bed.CNA [certified nurse assistant] found resident on floor beside bed . The resident was transported to the emergency department for further evaluation and treatment. Review of a quarterly MDS assessment for Resident #6 dated 1/25/2024, revealed no falls documented since the prior assessment. During an interview on 8/7/2024 at 10:25 AM, the Interim MDS Coordinator, confirmed Resident #6 had experienced a fall on 12/27/2023 and confirmed the quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] was inaccurate for Resident #6.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Drug Regimen Review (Tag F0756)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility investigation review, and interviews, the facility failed to en...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility investigation review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure discontinued narcotics were removed from the inventory after discontinued for 1 resident (Resident #11) of 4 residents reviewed for narcotic administration. The facilities failure to timely remove discontinued drugs from inventory resulted in discontinued medications documented as withdrawn from stock but not accounted for in the medical record. The findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, Discarding and Destroying Medications, revised 12/2019, revealed .All unused controlled substances should continue to be counted each shift with the active controlled substances until properly disposed of .Unused controlled substance cards and log sheets should be marked with a red X to denote they are no longer to be used .Disposal of controlled substances must take place after discontinuation of use by the resident . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #11 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Alzheimer's Disease, Mood Disorder with Depressive Features, Unspecified Gait Abnormalities, Muscle Weakness and Cognitive Communication Deficit. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #11 scored a 6 on the Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) assessment which indicated severe cognitive impairment. Review of a physician's order for Resident #11 dated 3/15/2024, revealed the resident was prescribed Oxycodone Acetaminophen (Percocet, a narcotic for pain) 5/325 milligram tablets, one tablet by mouth every 4 hours as needed for pain. The medication was filled with 12 tablets supplied by the pharmacy on 3/15/2024. Review of the Individual Controlled Substance Count Sheet, corresponding Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Pain Assessments revealed Resident #11 had not required use of or administered the pain medications between 3/15/2024 and 3/24/2024. Review of the MAR and Physician Order Summary report for 3/2024, revealed Percocet for Resident #11 was discontinued on 3/24/2024. Review of the Individual Controlled Substance Count Sheet revealed 2 doses of Resident #11's Percocet were documented as withdrawn from inventory for administration to Resident #11 on 3/29/2024 at 9:00 PM and on 3/30/2024 at 5:00 AM by Registered Nurse (RN) G (5 days after the medication was discontinued and was to have been disposed of). Review of the MAR revealed no documentation the medications were administered to Resident #11 by RN G. Review of the facility investigation and witness statements dated 3/30/2024, revealed on the morning of 3/30/2024, the oncoming nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) H, reported to the Director of Nursing (DON) she had concerns related to RN G's statements made to her during shift change report. LPN H noted Resident #11's Percocet supply on the cart had been accessed by RN G the night before, and 2 doses of Percocet were documented as withdrawn for administration to Resident #11. LPN H reported to the DON that she questioned RN G about the matter, and RN G informed LPN H Percocet was withdrawn and given to address Resident #11's complaints of pain due to Migraine Headache. LPN H assessed Resident #11 immediately after shift change, and Resident #11 reported she had not requested pain medications for any reason the night before and did not have any pain. Resident #11 reported she did not recall seeing RN G in her room at all the night before. Further review of the facility investigation showed the facility attempted repeatedly to contact RN G for investigation without success despite several voice messages. The facility notified RN G's employer they needed to speak to her about narcotic count irregularities. RN G nor her employer returned the attempted phone calls. During an interview on 8/6/2024 at 9:50 AM, LPN H reported she had cared for Resident #11 regularly for several years and she became suspicious during shift report on 3/30/2024 after she was informed by RN G Percocet had been given for migraine. LPN H reported she had cared for Resident #11 for over 3 years, knew Resident #11 very well and to her knowledge, Resident #11 had no history of migraine. LPN H also reported Resident #11 refused narcotics prescribed for fracture pain in the past and preferred to use over the counter Tylenol instead. LPN H reported she had cared for Resident #11 daily after recent surgery and Resident #11 had refused any pain medications offered her and had stated the skin cancer removals did not cause her discomfort (This was corroborated by review of the MAR and corresponding nursing notes dated 3/15/2024-3/28/2024). LPN H reported she questioned Resident #11 after shift change report and Resident #11 reported she had not experienced Migraines the night prior, had not asked for any medication and did not recall seeing RN G in her room at all the night before. LPN H stated despite Resident #11's cognitive limitations, Resident #11 was able to make needs known and LPN H considered Resident #11 a reliable informant when it came to expressions of pain or unmet needs. During an interview on 8/6/2024 at 5:12 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) reported she led the facility investigation. The DON reported the discontinued medication was to have been removed from the medication cart on 3/24/2024, and the medication had not been removed timely per her expectations. The DON reported Percocet was removed from Resident #11's stock on the medication cart on the morning of 3/30/2024 and destroyed. The DON reported RN G documented Percocet as withdrawn from inventory for use but had not documented administration of the medication anywhere in the record. Continued interview revealed the DON reported those findings, when taken into context with Resident #11's statements which indicated she had not requested pain medications or recalled seeing RN G in her room the night before, led the DON to conclude it was likely the Percocet was diverted. The DON stated she made multiple attempts to contact RN G to discuss allegations over several days and neither the employer nor RN G responded to allegations or cooperated with the facility investigation. The DON confirmed based upon its own investigation, the facility determined had discontinued Percocet been removed from stocks and destructed timely, the incident would not have occurred.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Medical Records (Tag F0842)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure the medical record was complete for 1 resident (Resident #4) of 15 residents reviewed for complete medical records. The findings include: Review of the facility policy titled, Change in a Resident's Condition or Status, revised 2/2022, revealed .The nurse will record in the resident's medical record information relative to changes in the resident's medical .condition or status . Review of the facility policy titled, Falls, revised 7/2023, revealed .this procedure .provide guidelines for evaluation of a resident in the event a fall occurred .The Licensed Nurse shall document the fall in the resident's clinical record . Review of the medical record revealed Resident #4 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Muscle Weakness, Dementia and General Anxiety Disorder. The resident was discharged on 7/31/2024. Review of a comprehensive care plan for Resident #4 dated 10/17/2023, revealed .[Resident #4] has potential for further falls r/t [related to] history of falls prior to admission . Review of a significant change Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], revealed Resident #4 scored an 11 on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) assessment which indicated the resident had moderate cognitive impairment. The resident required partial to moderate assistance for activities of daily living (ADLs). Review of Resident #4's medical record revealed no documentation of a fall on 1/25/2024. Review of the facility investigation report for Resident #4 dated 1/27/2024, revealed the resident had an unwitnessed fall on 1/25/2024 that was not documented in the medical record when it occured. The investigation stated .Upon entering the room, [Resident #4] was sitting with his back against his chest [furniture] with his legs spread open. One foot on the floor, and the other foot on his floor mat. He denied hitting his head or another part of his body. His son showed up shortly afterwards .notified .the DON and the Administrator . During a telephone interview on 8/5/2024 at 4:14 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) A stated she did a skin check for Resident #4 and found a skin tear on the resident's left forearm. The wound had a dressing on it, but the skin tear had not been documented in the resident's medical record. The LPN stated she was told by a staff member the resident had fallen, and the resident had reported he had a recent fall. The LPN stated she reported the finding to management but could not remember to whom she had reported the incident. During an interview on 8/5/2024 at 5:05 PM, the Quality Nurse stated an agency nurse, Registered Nurse (RN) B, failed to report and document a fall for Resident #4. The facility administration was alerted to the fall by an Environmental Services (EVS) employee after a new skin injury was discovered, and an injury of unknown origin investigation was initiated. The facility completed a thorough investigation of the fall, and the agency nurse was terminated. During an interview on 8/6/2024 at 11:21 AM, EVS C stated she did not remember the exact date, but she was in the hall outside Resident #4's room and observed the resident sitting on the side of his bed. She knew he was not supposed to be up without assistance, so she went to get the nurse. The EVS staff member stated .I heard a commotion and peeked back in to see [Resident #4] had stumbled against his clothes closet, but he was still standing . EVS C told Resident #4 to be still; she was getting help. She then went to get the nurse, and when she and RN B returned, the resident was sitting on his buttocks by the clothes closet. During an interview on 8/7/2024 at 8:17 AM, the DON stated it was her expectation nursing staff chart a resident fall in the medical record at the time of occurrence. The DON confirmed that the nurse did not chart Resident #4's fall on 1/25/2024 in the medical record and had not followed the facility's policy.
Dec 2023 3 deficiencies
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Investigate Abuse (Tag F0610)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #19 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Dementia, Bipolar, Abnormalities of Gait, Adjustmen...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #19 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Dementia, Bipolar, Abnormalities of Gait, Adjustment Disorder with Anxiety, Delusional Disorder, and Epilepsy. Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #19 had memory problems, was rarely understood, had a mood problem of being easily annoyed, and exhibited physical behavioral symptoms directed towards others (hitting, kicking). Resident #19 required partial moderate assistance with bed mobility and supervision with transfers. Resident #19 required substantial/maximal assistance with dressing and was not steady with surface to surface transfers or walking. Resident #19 was incontinent of bowel and bladder. Review of Resident #19's comprehensive care plan revised 10/23/2023, showed memory problems, needs assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care, episodes of behaviors (cussing, hitting), mood state problem, refusing care, and seizure disorder. Review of a Skin Evaluation assessment dated [DATE], showed new bruising was observed to Resident #19's right knee. Review of the facility's investigation documentation showed new bruising was noted to Resident #19's right knee on 11/25/2023. Further review showed no evidence resident or staff interviews had been completed related to the bruising on unknown origin. During an observation on 12/5/2023 at 9:15 AM, Resident #19 was lying in bed with bedside table adjacent to the resident's bed. Resident #19 rolled over in bed, with knees protruding from the mattress and the right knee (same knee with the bruising) almost bumped the metal base to the bedside table. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 10:01 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) #1 stated she was familiar with Resident #19 and was aware of her right knee bruising. RN #1 stated at the time the bruising was observed, she could not recall any event that would have caused the bruising. RN #1 stated Resident #19 was combative with care and would get up unassisted to walk around. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 10:12 AM, CNA #1 stated she routinely provided care for Resident #19 and was aware of the bruising to the right knee. CNA #1 stated she could not recall any event that would have caused the bruising to Resident #19 right knee. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 1:32 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated on 11/25/2023 she received a call from LPN #1 regarding new bruising observed to Resident #19's right knee. The DON stated due to the potential of an unknown injury source, she reported the incident to state agency and initiated an investigation. DON stated the notified the Administrator after the nurse reported incident. The DON stated she was out of town during the initial reporting of the incident and the nurses on the floor were responsible for conducting staff and resident interviews with cognitively impaired resident skin checks. The DON stated the Administrator or ED was responsilble for overseeing the investigation was completed. The DON stated the the facility was unable to substantiate any abuse or neglect, but could not identify how the bruising occurred. The DON stated she was unsure if the staff and resident witness statements had been completed. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 5:40 PM, LPN #1 stated she reported right knee bruising to the DON after a routine skin check was completed on Resident #19. LPN #1 stated she was unsure how bruising occurred. Resident #38 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Cerebral Infarction, Morbid Obesity, Weakness, and Hemiplegia. Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #38 was cognitively intact. Resident #38 required extensive 1 person assistance with bed mobility, transfers, dressing and toilet use. Resident #38 required limited 1 person assistance with personal hygiene and was frequently incontinent of bowel and bladder. Review of Resident #38 comprehensive care plan revised 11/1/2023, showed the resident needed assistance with daily ADL care, had altered elimination due to episodes of incontinence and impaired mobility. Review of the facility's investigation documentation of Resident #38 abuse/ neglect allegation (call-light had not been accessible and was upset) on 11/25/2023, showed no evidence resident/staff interviews had been completed. During an observation and interview on 12/5/2023 at 9:45 AM, Resident #38 was sitting up in wheelchair with call light in reach. Resident #38 stated CNA #2 had assisted her to bed and placed her call light on her chest prior to leaving the room. Resident #38 stated when she sneezed or coughed, her call light fell from her chest to her left side on the bed (her paralyzed side). Resident #38 stated when the call light fell from her chest, she could not reach it and she started to yell for CNA #2 to return. Resident #38 stated after she yelled out CNA #2 returned to her room to place her call light in reach. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 1:14 PM, DON stated on 11/25/2023 she received a call from LPN #1 regarding Resident #38 stating she could not reach her call light and had yelled out for it. The DON stated due to the resident being upset about the event, she reported the incident to the state agency and initiated an investigation. The DON stated she notified the Administrator and the Executive Director (ED) after the nurse reported the incident. The DON stated she was out of town during the initial reporting of the incident and the nurses on the floor were responsible for conducting staff and resident interviews. The DON stated a specific agency employee was named in the allegation and was not working the day the allegation occurred. The DON stated the investigation showed the last day CNA #2 (agency CNA) worked was 11/21/2023 and was further blocked from picking up any other shifts due to the complaint. The DON stated the agency corporation was notified of the complaint allegation towards CNA #2 and received confirmation from them she would not return. The DON stated CNA #2 was called numerous times to discuss the allegation and could not be reached. DON stated the Administrator or ED was responsible for overseeing the investigation was completed. The DON was unsure if witness statements were completed. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 5:40 PM, LPN #1 stated she reported via telephone to the DON that Resident #38 stated she was not given the call light and had yelled out for it. LPN #1 stated the resident was visibly upset about the event however the resident could not recall the exact day it happened. Resident #38 remembered the staff member's name and stated it was CNA #2. Review of a Witness Statement dated 12/6/2023 (11 days after the allegation was made), showed Nurse #1 worked the night of 11/21/2023 with CNA #2 and had assisted CNA #2 with Resident #38's care. Nurse #1 stated she heard no concerns from any of the residents. Resident #39 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Dementia, Hypothyroidism, Delusional Disorder, Anxiety, and Weakness. Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #39 had severe cognitive impairment and exhibited rejection of care behaviors. Resident #39 required substantial/moderate assistance with bed mobility, dressing, and personal hygiene. Resident #39 was not steady with surface-to-surface transfers and was incontinent of bowel and bladder. Review of Resident #39's comprehensive care plan revised 10/24/2023, showed memory problems, needs assistance with daily ADL care, resident will refuse to have incontinent brief changed, irritability, pessimism, mood state problem, behavioral outbursts at times, refuses personal care and medications, and risk for skin related injuries. Review of a Nursing Progress Note dated 11/25/2023, showed .bilateral wrist discolorations .resident unable to recall what caused them. Asked resident if anyone has harmed her and she shook her head and said no. She denies pain . Review of the facility's investigation documentation showed new bruising was noted to Resident #39's bilateral wrists on 11/25/2023. Further review showed showed no evidence resident or staff interviews had been completed. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 9:47 AM, Resident #39 stated she could not recall how the bruising occurred to the bilateral wrists. Resident #39 stated no one had hurt her or abused her. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 10:05 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) #1 stated she was familiar with Resident #39 and was aware of the bruising to the resident's bilateral wrists. RN #1 stated at the time the bruising had been observed, she could not recall any event that specifically caused the bruising. RN #1 stated the resident was combative with care and rested her hands underneath her bedside table frequently after eating. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 10:15 AM, CNA #1 stated she was aware of Resident #39's bruising to her bilateral wrists. CNA #1 stated at the time the bruising was observed, she could not recall any event that specifically caused the bruising as the resident is combative with care and rests her hands underneath her bedside table frequently after eating. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 1:24 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated on 11/25/2023 she received a call from LPN #2 regarding new bruising observed to Resident #39's bilateral wrists. The DON stated due to the suspicious location of bruising and unknown injury source, she reported the incident to state agency and initiated an investigation. The DON stated she notified the Administrator and ED after the nurse reported the incident. The DON stated she was out of town during the initial reporting of the incident and the nurses on the floor were responsible for conducting staff and resident interview with skin checks. The DON stated no specific employee or person of interest was identified in the incident. The DON stated the Administrator or ED was responsible for overseeing the investigation was completed appropriately. The DON stated the facility was unable to identify how the bruising occurred. The DON stated she was unsure if the staff or resident witness statements was completed. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 5:44 PM, LPN #2 stated she reported Resident #39's bruising to the DON via telephone. LPN #2 stated she had no idea on how the bilateral wrist bruising occurred. During an observation on 12/6/2023 at 12:45 PM, Resident #39 was lying in bed with bedside table across her abdominal area. Resident #39 had her bilateral hands/ forearms folded against her stomach and was tucked underneath the bedside table after finishing lunch. During an interview on 12/6/2023 at 3:20 PM, the Interim ED/Director of Operations (DOO) stated the witness statements had not been completed on 11/25/2023 (day the facility reported incidents occurred). The Interim ED/DOO stated it was the facility's expectation to ensure a thorough and complete investigation had been conducted, staff and resident witness statements would be completed as soon as possible after an alleged event. The Interim ED/DOO confirmed the facility failed to ensure resident/ staff witness statements had been completed for the facility reported incidents for Resident #19, #38, and #39 Based on facility policy review, observation, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure investigations were completed for allegations of abuse and injuries of unknown origin for 4 resident investigations (Resident #1, #19, #38, and #39) of 24 resident investigations reviewed for abuse including injuries of unknown origin. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Abuse Prevention, dated 6/22/2022, showed Abuse .the willful infliction of injury .with resulting physical harm, pain, or mental anguish .Injury of Unknown Source .source of the injury was not observed by any person or the source of the injury could not be explained by the resident .will investigate and report any allegations of abuse within timeframes as required .report alleged violations involving .including injuries of unknown source .to the state agency, adult protective services . Review of the facility's policy titled, Abuse Investigation and Reporting, dated 11/2023, showed .reports of resident abuse .injuries of unknown source .shall be promptly reported to local, state, and federal agencies .and thoroughly investigated by community management .conclusions of investigations will also be reported .Administrator (ADM) or designee will assign the investigation to an appropriate individual .The individual conducting the investigation will, at a minimum .review the completed documentation forms .Interview any witnesses to the incident .Interview associates members (on all shifts) who have had contact with the resident during the period of the alleged incident .Interview other residents to whom the accused employee provides care or services .Witness reports will be obtained in writing .Upon conclusion of the investigation, the investigator will record the results of the investigation .Administrator or his/her designee .will provide the appropriate agencies .with a written report of the findings of the investigation within 5 working days of the occurrence of the incident . Resident #1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Encephalopathy, Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Macular Degeneration, Osteoarthritis, Bilateral Hearing Loss, Cognitive Communication Deficit, and Polyneuropathy. Review of a quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #1 was cognitively intact. Resident #1 was highly hearing impaired and used a hearing aide. The resident usually understood others. Resident #1 had severely impaired vision with no corrective lenses. Review of Resident #1's Care Plan dated 4/12/2023, showed .HX [History] Episodes of behaviors toward staff .polyneuropathy . Review of Resident #1's Care Plan dated 10/9/2023 showed, .impaired vision related to hx [history] of macular degeneration. Resident is legally blind .impaired communication related to being very hard of hearing and legally blind .I use .amplifier .mood state problem related to dx [diagnosis] of anxiety and depression .impaired behavior related to episodes of refusal of personal care, yelling and hitting out at staff. Irritable when things not done exactly as she wishes. Very anxious .due to lack of vision and hearing . Review of the facility's investigation of Resident #1 showed the facility reported an allegation of physical abuse to the state agency on 11/24/2023 at 2:06 PM. The Administrator became aware of the allegation on 11/24/2023 at 12:45 PM from Resident #1's daughter. The alleged perpetrator was identified as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #2. It was noted that Resident #1's daughter reported .that the CNA was a couple of days ago rough with her enough to cause pause and she asked her to stop but the CNA did not .Resident states no injury .Resident's daughter reported to Administrator who went immediately to interview resident who alleged CNA was forceful causing pain in providing care and did not stop when requested to do so . The facility's investigation documentation showed no evidence that staff interviews had been completed until 12/6/2023 (12 days after the allegation was made). Review of the facility investigation documentation of Resident #1's interview dated 11/24/2023, showed .Pt [patient] states 'she was Mean, Mean, Mean!' .She [Resident #1] was pushed + [and] grabbed aggressively by CNA (Night shift) grabbed ankles tightly. Hurt. (Pt has neuropathy) .Kept telling CNA to stop. CNA ignored pt's request to stop .'She seemed like she took great pleasure in being mean + rough [with] me' . Review of facility's 5 day follow up in the Incident Reporting System dated 12/1/2023, showed .Summary of interview(s) with witnesses(es), what the individual observed or knowledge of the alleged incident or injury .na [not applicable] .Summary of interview(s) with the alleged perpetrator .n [no] . Summary of interview(s) with staff responsible for oversight and supervision of the location where the alleged victim resides .na .Summary of interview(s) with staff responsible for oversight and supervision of the alleged perpetrator, if staff or resident .na . During an interview on 12/4/2023 at 3:30 PM, the Social Services Director (SSD) stated she was asked by the DON to speak with Resident #1 on 11/27/2023, because Resident #1's daughter had reported to the Administrator .I believe Thanksgiving day .but I'm not exactly sure of the date . that a CNA had been harsh with Resident #1 and had hurt her during care. The SSD spoke with Resident #1 on 11/27/2023 and the resident stated that a CNA was harsh, rough, not gentle, and had hurt her during care. Resident #1 was unable to name the CNA or give a description of the CNA in question. The SSD stated she reported Resident #1's interview to the Administrator and the Director of Nursing (DON) immediately after the conversation and they assumed the CNA Resident #1 referred to was CNA #2 based off reports from other residents alleging CNA #2 had been rude and was short with them during care. The SSD stated she had followed up with the resident daily after the allegation and Resident #1 had no change in behaviors and did not want to continue talking about it. During a telephone interview on 12/5/2023 at 8:04 AM, CNA #2 stated she did not recall Resident #1 and was unaware of any time a resident stated she had hurt them during care. CNA #2 stated if a resident had reported that she was hurting them while providing care, she would have stopped and notified the nurse. The CNA stated she had not been made aware of any allegations of mistreatment of a resident at the facility and had not been contacted by the facility about any resident allegations. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 8:51 AM, the Administrator stated Resident #1's daughter notified her on 11/24/2023, that Resident #1 told her during a phone call, that a CNA had been mean and hateful to her while providing care and caused her pain. Resident #1 stated she had asked the CNA to stop but the CNA did not stop. Resident #1's daughter was unable to tell the Administrator who the CNA was or a specific date the incident occurred. The Administrator immediately went to speak to Resident #1 after the conversation with Resident #1's daughter. The Administrator stated it was difficult to interview Resident #1 because Resident #1 was very hard of hearing and had severe visual impairment. Resident #1 told the Administrator that a CNA was rough while providing care and had caused pain in the resident 's legs. The resident asked the CNA to stop because the CNA was hurting the resident, but the CNA did not stop. Resident #1 reported that the CNA was black based off her voice but was unable to name or describe the CNA. Resident #1 reported to the Administrator that the incident happened .a couple of days before . but was unable to give a time. The Administrator stated, .I will be honest we just immediately assumed it was [CNA #2's first name] . based off customer service complaints received by other residents. The Administrator confirmed she was unable to verify CNA #2 was the CNA Resident #1 spoke of, because the resident was unable to give a specific date, time, name, or description of the CNA. The Administrator stated the facility had attempted to reach CNA #2 via telephone to discuss the allegations, but there was no documentation to show the attempts. During a telephone interview on 12/5/2023 at 12:37 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #3 stated she was a regular caregiver for Resident #1 on night shift. LPN #3 stated Resident #1 had become confused over the last month which was new for the resident. Resident #1 had neuropathy in the bilateral lower extremities and was very sensitive to even the slightest touch to the bilateral lower extremities. LPN #3 stated Resident #1 had never made any allegations regarding staff members hurting her. LPN #3 had not been contacted by the facility regarding Resident #1's allegations. During an observation on 12/5/2023 at 12:51 PM, Resident #1 was lying in bed. The resident wore a headset and a device connected to the headset to amplify sound and was listening to something that could be heard by the surveyor. Resident #1 was unable to tell that this surveyor had entered her room. This surveyor attempted to speak with the resident through the resident's hearing assistive device and the microphone provided by the facility. Multiple attempts were made to communicate with Resident #1 without success. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 2:24 PM, the Administrator stated it was her expectation that allegations of abuse were conducted by the abuse coordinator. Abuse investigations were to include an interview with the resident, interviews with residents with BIMS of 8 or above, skin assessment of residents with BIMS below 8, interviews with all staff on the unit or those who may have knowledge of the event, and interviews with any potential witnesses. The Administrator confirmed no staff interviews were conducted for Resident #1's abuse allegation because the alleged perpetrator was believed to be CNA #2 based off other reports from other residents. The Administrator confirmed a complete and thorough investigation had not been conducted for Resident #1's abuse allegation. During a telephone interview on 12/5/2023 at 3:50 PM, Resident #1's daughter stated Resident #1 told her during a phone call on an unknown date that 2 staff members had entered her room and were rough with her while providing care. Resident #1 stated she had told the 2 staff members they were hurting her legs, and had asked them to stop, but they did not stop. Resident #1 is deaf and blind and had been having increased confusion prior to the incident. Resident #1 was unable to name or describe the staff members. Resident #1's daughter reported the incident to the Administrator.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

QAPI Program (Tag F0867)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on facility policy review, facility document review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee failed to ass...

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Based on facility policy review, facility document review, medical record review, observation and interview, the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee failed to assess and monitor concerns with reporting allegations of abuse, injury of unknown origin, misappropriation, and neglect for 15 resident investigations (Residents #1, #2, #19, #38, #39, #3, #37, #42, #43, #64, #68, #69, #70, #71, and #72) of 26 resident investigations reviewed. The facility failed to maintain an effective QAPI program that was successful in identifying, prioritizing and implementing strategies related to ensuring incident investigations were thorough and complete as well as the reporting to all entities required. The QAPI program failed to ensure systems and processes were implemented facility wide and consistently followed by staff. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program, dated 8/2023, revealed, .This community shall maintain an ongoing, comprehensive, data-driven, community-wide Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program that focuses on outcomes of quality of care and quality of life goals .QAPI Supportive Actions .Gathering and using QAPI data in an organized and meaningful way .Prioritizing identified quality issues based on safety, quality, rights, choice, respect and frequency of occurrence, and determining which will be the focus of PIP's [Performance Improvement Projects] .Planning, conducting, documenting and monitoring PIP's until substantial compliance is determined by the QAPI committee . Review of the medical records and facility incident investigations for 14 residents (Residents #1, #2, #19, #38, #39, #3, #37, #42, #43, #68, #69, #70, #71,and #72) revealed allegations of abuse, injury of unknown origin, misappropriation, and neglect were reported to the State Agency, the allegations were not reported to APS (Adult Protective Services) as required. Refer to F-609. Review of the medical records and facility incident investigations of 4 residents (Resident #19, #38, and #39) of 24 resident investigations reviewed for abuse including injuries of unknown origin revealed the facility failed to ensure a complete and thorough investigation was conducted. Refer to F-610. Review of QAPI minutes for 10/2023 and 11/2023, revealed .State Agency reportable incidents and Survey Management concerns . were reviewed, no documentation to support allegations of abuse, injury of unknown origin, misappropriation, and neglect was conveyed to all appropriate entities. The facility had reported the allegations to the State Agency and failed to notify APS. During an interview on 12/12/2023 at 2:00 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated she was not aware that allegations that are reported as abuse and neglect are also to be reported immediately to APS. The QAPI committee failed to identify the facility's lack of knowledge related to reporting of abuse, neglect and injury of unknown origin. During an interview on 12/13/2023 at 8:45 AM, the Administrator confirmed the facility's QAPI program was ineffective and the facility's QAPI committee failed to identify the allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation, and injury of unknown origin were to be reported to APS and failed to identify the allegations had not been reported. The Administrator stated the facility waited to address issues until the monthly meeting occurred .need more eyes are on the processes .
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Report Alleged Abuse (Tag F0609)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #19 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Dementia, Bipolar, Abnormalities of Gait, Adjustmen...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #19 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Dementia, Bipolar, Abnormalities of Gait, Adjustment Disorder with Anxiety, Delusional Disorder, and Epilepsy. Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #19 had memory problems, was rarely understood, had a mood problem of being easily annoyed, had presence of physical behavioral symptoms directed towards others (hitting, kicking), required partial moderate assistance with bed mobility, required supervision with transfers, required substantial maximal assistance with dressing, not steady with surface to surface transfers or walking, incontinent of bowel and bladder function. Review of a Skin Evaluation assessment dated [DATE], showed two bruises were observed to the right knee. Review of the facility investigation of Resident #19's bruises to the right knee on 11/25/2023, showed evidence the State Agency had been notified of an injury of unknown origing, but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 1:32 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated on 11/25/2023 she received a call from Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1 regarding new bruising observed to Resident #19's right knee. The DON stated due to the potential of an unknown injury source, she reported the incident to the state agency and initiated an investigation. The DON stated she notified the Administrator and Executive Director (ED) after LPN #1 reported the incident. The DON stated she did not notify APS. Resident #38 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Cerebral Infarction, Morbid Obesity, Weakness, and Hemiplegia. Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #38 was cognitively intact. Resident #38 required extensive 1 person assistance with bed mobility, transfers, dressing, and toilet use. Resident #38 required limited 1 person assistance with personal hygiene and was frequently incontinent of bowel and bladder. Review of the facility's investigation documentation showed Resident #38 made an allegation of neglect on 11/25/2023. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified, but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 1:14 PM, the DON stated on 11/25/2023, she received a call from LPN #1 regarding Resident #38 stating she was not given the call light and had yelled for over an hour. The DON stated due to the resident being upset about the event, she reported the allegation of neglect to the state agency and initiated an investigation. The DON stated she did not notify APS. Resident #39 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Dementia, Hypothyroidism, Delusional Disorder, Anxiety, and Weakness. Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #39 had severe cognitive impairment. Resident #39 exhibited rejection of care behaviors. Resident #39 required substantial/moderate assistance with bed mobility, dressing, and personal hygiene. Resident #39 was not steady with surface-to-surface transfers and was incontinent of bowel and bladder. Review of a Nursing Progress Note dated 11/25/2023, showed .bilateral wrist discolorations .resident unable to recall what caused them. Asked resident if anyone has harmed her and she shook her head and said no. She denies pain . Review of the facility's investigation documentation showed Resident #39 had injuries of unknown origin which involved bruising to the bilateral wrists on 11/25/2023. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified of an injury of an unknown origin, but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. During an interview on 12/5/2023 at 1:24 PM, the DON stated on 11/25/2023 she received a call from LPN #2 regarding new bruising observed to Resident #39's bilateral wrists. The DON stated due to the suspicious location of the bruising and unknown injury source, an investigation was initiated and was reported to the state agency. The DON stated she did not notify the APS agency. During an interview on 12/6/2023 at 1:10 PM, the Administrator stated she could not find any evidence that APS had been notified regarding Resident #19's bruising to the right knee, Resident #38's allegation of neglect/abuse, and Resident #39's bruising to the bilateral wrists. The Administrator confirmed the APS agency had not been notified for the facility reported incidents. Resident #3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Epilepsy, Unspecified Dementia, Arthritis, History of Falling and Muscle Weakness. Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #3 resident was cognitively intact and had verbal behaviors directed toward others. The resident required 2 person assistance by staff to bathe and dress. Review of facility investigation documentation showed Resident #3 had an injury of unknown origin, and an abuse allegation was made and investigated when a bruise was found on the resident's left inner thigh. The report was submitted by the DON on 11/25/2023 at 6:58 PM. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified of the injury of an unknown origin and allegation of abuse, but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. Resident #37 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Fracture of Unspecified Pubis, Epilepsy, and Abnormality of Gait and Mobility. Review of the admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #37 had moderate cognitive impairment. The resident was functionally independent and required set-up assistance with eating. Review of facility investigation documentation dated 11/2/2023 showed Resident #37 was the alleged victim of an alleged perpetrator talking harshly to her. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified of the allegation of verbal abuse, but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. Resident #42 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Nonrheumatic Mitral Valve Prolapse, Muscle Weakness and Personal History of Urinary Tract Infection. Review of a 5-day MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #42 was cognitively intact. The resident required partial assistance from staff with sit-to-stand and chair-to-chair transfers. Review of facility investigation documentation dated 11/24/2023 showed the state agency was notified of an allegation of neglect when Resident #42 had a fall with a staff member present. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified of the allegation of neglect, but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. Resident #43 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Unspecified Sequelae of Cerebral Infarction, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Aphasia and Gout. Review of the discharge MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #43 had severe cognitive impairment. The resident required assistance of one or more persons with activities of daily living due to bilateral lower extremity impairment. The resident was at risk for skin problems, and measures were taken of pressure reducing device for chair and bed and pressure injury care. Review of facility investigation documentation dated 11/6/2023 showed the state agency was notified of an injury of unknown origin for Resident #43 for a bruise on the resident's arm. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified of the injury of unknown origin, but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. During an interview on 12/11/2023 at 2:50 PM, the Administrator confirmed there were no reports to APS after the facility reported allegations of injury of unknown origin, abuse and neglect for Residents #3, #37, #42, and #43. Based on facility policy review, facility investigation documentation, and interviews, the facility failed to report allegations of abuse to include injuries of unknown origin, to Adult Protective Service (APS) for 13 resident investigations (Residents #2, #19, #38, #39, #3, #37, #42, #43, #68, #69, #70, #71, and #72) of 26 resident investigations reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility's policy titled, Abuse Prevention, dated 6/22/2022, showed .Injury of Unknown Source .source of the injury was not observed by any person or the source of the injury could not be explained by the resident .will investigate and report any allegations of abuse within timeframes as required .report alleged violations involving .including injuries of unknown source .to the state agency, adult protective services . Review of the facility's policy titled, Abuse Investigation and Reporting, dated 11/2023, showed .reports of resident abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of resident property, mistreatment .and/or injuries of unknown source (abuse) shall be promptly reported to local, state, and federal agencies .All alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment, including injuries of an unknown source and misappropriation of property will be reported to the Administrator or designee and to .Adult Protective Services .Alleged violations .will be reported .Abuse or Serious Bodily Harm - Immediately but not later than 2 hours .If the allegation violation involves abuse or results in serious bodily injury .No Serious Bodily Injury .As soon as practical, but not later than 24 hours .If the alleged violation involves neglect, exploitation, mistreatment, or misappropriation of resident property; does not result in serious bodily injury . Resident #2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Paraplegia, Spinal Stenosis, Hypertension, Muscle Weakness, Abnormalities of Gait and Mobility, Osteoporosis, Restless Legs Syndrome, and Atherosclerotic Heart Disease, and Age-Related Cognitive Decline. Review of the annual Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident #2 was cognitively intact. Resident #2 required extensive assistance of one person for bed mobility, transfers, walk in room, dressing, and toilet use. Resident #2 was unsteady with balance during transitions and walking. The resident required a wheelchair for mobility. Review of the facility's investigation documentation showed the facility was contacted by Resident #2's daughter on 11/28/2023 around 4:00 PM reporting a bruise to Resident #2's right lower extremity. The facility began an investigation and notified the state agency of the allegation on 11/28/2023 at 6:37 PM. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. Review of a written statement from the Administrator dated 12/6/2023, showed .Allegation of Resident #2's bruise of unknown origin .No APS report . During an interview on 12/6/2023 at 2:26 PM, the Administrator confirmed she had not notified APS of the injury of unknown origin for Resident #2. The Administrator confirmed the injury of unknown origin should have been reported to APS. Resident #68 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: Unspecified Convulsions, Dementia with Mood Disturbance, Atrial Fibrillation, Gout, and Hepatic Encephalopathy. Review of the quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #68 was moderately cognitively impaired. The resident required assistance of 2 staff members with activities of daily living (ADL's). Review of Resident #68's current care plan dated 10/20/2023, showed .Gout: has Carpal Tunnel Syndrome .is at risk for complications from blood thinning medication .Eliquis .Monitor/Observe bruising . Review of the facility's investigation documentation dated 11/4/2023 at 12:23 PM, showed Resident #68 had complained of wrist pain. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. Resident #69 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: Parkinson's Disease, Encounter for Orthopedic Aftercare, Fracture of Left Femur, Muscle Weakness, and Ataxic Gate. Review of the quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #69 was severely cognitively impaired. The resident required assistance of 1 staff member with activities of daily living (ADL's). Review of the facility's investigation documentation dated 11/23/2023 at 6:27 PM, showed the Private Sitter reported to facility nurse that Resident #69's Left wrist was painful and swollen. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. Resident #70 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: Group Vitamin B Deficiency, Anxiety Disorder, Macular Degeneration, Need for assistance with Personal Care, and Colostomy Status. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #70 was cognitively intact. The resident required supervisory assistance of 1 staff member with activities of daily living (ADL's). Resident #71 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: Cerebral Infarction, Attention and Concentration Deficit, Cognitive Communication Disorder, Essential Hypertension, and Hyperlipidemia. Review of the quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #71 was cognitively intact. The resident required assistance of 1 staff member with activities of daily living (ADL's). Review of the facility's investigation dated 11/5/2023 at 9:00 AM, showed Resident #70 and Resident #71 had a verbal altercation, were redirected, and separated by the staff. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. Resident #72 was readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Hemiplegia, Dysphagia, Cognitive Communication Deficit, Muscle Weakness, and Dementia. Review of the quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] showed Resident #72 was severely cognitively impaired. The resident required assistance of 1-2 staff members with activities of daily living (ADL's). Review of the facility's investigation dated 11/6/2023 at 2:45 PM, showed staff noted a skin tear to Resident #72's left arm, resident and staff unaware of how it happened. Further review showed evidence the State Agency had been notified but no evidence of APS notification of the allegation. During an interview on 12/12/2023 at 2:47 PM, the DON confirmed the allegations of abuse, neglect, and injury of unknown origin was not reported to Adult Protective Services (APS). The DON stated she was unaware those allegations were to be reported to the entity separately as well as to the State Agency.
Oct 2023 10 deficiencies 5 IJ
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Deficiency F0657 (Tag F0657)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, record review, review of the Hospitalists Discharge Summary, and review of the facility's policy, the facili...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, record review, review of the Hospitalists Discharge Summary, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to revise the Comprehensive Care Plan with newly identified problem areas and with new interventions for one of 35 sampled residents (Resident (R) 7). On 07/30/23, R7 was transferred to the hospital after he was discovered entrapped between his mattress and a grab bar attached to his bed. When R7 was readmitted to the facility on [DATE], his care plan was not revised to include updated interventions related to his entrapment. Additionally, while being treated at the hospital for the entrapment incident, it was discovered that R7 had a fecal impaction. After receiving the Resident's hospital discharge summary upon the resident's readmission to the facility, the facility failed to revise the resident's care plan to include the newly identified bowel problem. The facility's failure to ensure R7's Comprehensive Care Plan was revised as indicated has caused or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to the resident. Immediate Jeopardy was identified on 09/28/23 and was determined to exist on 08/04/23, in the area of 42 CFR §483.21 F657 Comprehensive Person-Centered Care Plans at the highest scope and severity (S/S) of J. The facility was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 09/28/23 at 10:15 AM. The facility was notified that an acceptable plan of removal had not been submitted and the Immediate Jeopardy was ongoing. Findings include: Review of R7's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included dementia, difficulty in walking, and repeated falls. Review of R7's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 06/07/23, provided by the facility, revealed the facility assessed the resident that a brief interview for mental status (BIMS) score could not be completed. The facility assessed R7 to have long-term and short-term memory problems, and the resident was severely impaired in cognitive skills for daily decision making. Continued review the resident's MDS revealed the facility assessed R7 to require extensive assistance of two staff persons for bed mobility, transfers between surfaces, and toilet use. Review of R7's Care Plan Historical Copy, dated 06/29/23, provided by the facility revealed . [resident's name] has memory problems, impaired decision-making skills, and impaired ability to comprehend. Dx [diagnosis] dementia . [resident's name] needs assistance with daily ADL [activities of daily living] care .I need extensive [assistance] x1 [of one] person staff support with bed mobility . [resident's name] has potential for falls d/t [due to] dementia and limited mobility. Needs assistance with transfers and mobility. Hx [history] of falls. Poor safety awareness .Fall mats bilateral sides of bed .Fall mat with call light activation in place when resident in bed . The care plan did not include any interventions related to the resident using grab bars. Review of R7's Interdisciplinary Note, dated 07/30/23 at 7:12 AM, completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 11 and provided by the facility revealed Patient found this am at 4am by CNA [Certified Nurse Aide], she immediately alerted nurse and found patient to be rolled off right side of bed with rt [right] arm/chest wedged in by side rail with bil [bilateral] legs folded under him. On assessment, patient responsive, but unable to explain to this nurse what had occurred. Myself and CNA assisted patient back bed and on further assessment, found red areas on right forearm and rib cage under breast, surface abrasions to rt hip and lower back. Abrasion to hip, cleaned and covered d/t scant amount of serous fluid present. VS [vital signs] 128/70, hr [hear rate] 74, 18 [respiration] temp [temperature] 97.0 O2 [oxygen saturation] 96 ra [room air]. Supervisor notified as well as MD [physician] and patients [sic] responsible party. Neuro's [neurological checks] initiated and at baseline. Bed was in lowest position, patient has alarm mat but it was on left side of bed and staff wasn't alerted. Will continue to monitor. Review of R7'sInterdisciplinary Note, dated 07/30/23 at 11:43 AM, revealed Case manager came to visit and assess patient after fall. Case manager requested for patient to be sent out for xrays and evaluation. Called 911 with nonemergency transport to [name of hospital] . Review of R7's Hospitalists Discharge Summary, dated 08/04/23, provided by the facility revealed .Patient presents after a fall. He has a history of advanced dementia .Patient was apparently trying to get out of bed this morning around 4 AM. He has a handrail on the bed that he sometimes uses to help pivot. Apparently his hand became caught in the rail and then slid to the floor. He sustained injuries to his right hand, abdomen, and hip. He also has abrasions around his neck (possibly secondary to the oxygen tubing) .When patient's caregiver came to evaluate the patient today, she was concerned regarding the level of injuries and request to be brought to the emergency room for evaluation .In the emergency room, CT scan of brain/cervical spine/chest/abdomen/pelvis demonstrated nondisplaced anterior left fifth through seventh rib buckle type fractures and age-indeterminate nondisplaced fracture sequela of the right sixth rib. ER [emergency room] provider requested admission given rib fractures and risk for pneumonia .In the emergency room, CT scan of .abdomen/pelvis .Other pertinent findings include rectal distention concerning for fecal impaction .Hospital course by problem .Active Problems .Fecal impaction (HCC) .Constipation. Noted to have significant stool burden/fecal impaction on initial CT of the abdomen. Will start aggressive bowel regimen including enemas .Would continue aggressive bowel regimen after discharge .Hospital Summary .Follow-up Issues: Would recommend ongoing aggressive bowel regimen .Radiology Results: .CT Abdomen/Pelvis with IV Contrast .Findings: .Stomach and bowel: Stomach decompressed. Small bowel loops unremarkable. There is significant diverticulosis throughout the colon without evidence for diverticulitis. There is significant rectal fecal material present with distention up to 8 cm [centimeters] .Impression: .2. Rectal distention from significant amount of colonic fecal material, correlate for constipation for possible fecal impaction . Review of R7's Care Plan, initiated on 08/04/23 (resident's readmission), provided by the facility revealed .Falls. [R7's Name] has potential for falls d/t dementia and limited mobility. Needs assistance with transfers and mobility. Hx of falls. Poor safety awareness . Newly identified interventions included .room/bed rearranged .scoop air mattress .call light alerting fall mat to right side of bed . All of the newly identified interventions had a start date of 08/29/23, 25 days after R7 was readmitted to the facility; however, R7's Care Plan was not revised to include his entrapment. Additionally, R7's Care Plan was not revised to include the newly identified problem of constipation/impaction. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 2:16 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated the MDS department would have been the ones responsible for updating R7's Care Plan after his readmission. The DON also stated the Care Plan directs the care that needs to be provided to the resident; however, the Care Plan was a resource and should be reviewed, but for what care the resident needed to receive, the nursing staff would go by the nursing 24-hour report. When asked if the resident's bowel problem should have been care planned, the DON stated she reviewed R7's hospital discharge summary; however, it was an oversight that the resident had an impaction. Had this issue been caught, it should have been added to R7's Care Plan. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 2:27 PM, the MDS Coordinator (MDSC) stated R7's Care Plan should have been revised prior to 08/29/23 since he was readmitted on [DATE]. The MDSC verified R7's Care Plan did not include any problem and/or interventions specifically related to his entrapment. The MDSC stated even though R7's bowel impaction was resolved while he was admitted to the hospital, this should have been included on his Care Plan upon readmission to the facility. The MDSC also stated she reviewed R7's Hospital Discharge Summary upon his readmission to the facility, but the impaction issue was an oversight. The MDSC further stated it was important R7's Care Plan would have been revised to ensure he received the appropriate plan of care. Review of the facility's policy titled, Care Plans-Comprehensive Person-Centered, revised October 2021, revealed .A comprehensive, person-centered care plan that includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the resident's physical, psychosocial, and functional needs, that are identified through evaluation and assessment, is developed and implemented for each resident .I. The comprehensive, person-centered care plan will: .8. Incorporate identified problem areas .N. Assessments of residents are ongoing and care plans are revised as information about the residents and the residents' conditions change. O. The Interdisciplinary Team must review and update the care plan: 1. When there has been a significant change in the resident's condition; .3. When the resident has been readmitted to the community from a hospital stay . The IJ was effective from 9/26/2023 - 10/10/2023. An acceptable Removal Plan, which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy, was received on 9/28/2023. The corrective actions were validated onsite by the surveyors on 10/9/2023 and 10/11/2023 through review of the root cause analysis, in-services conducted, and staff interviews on all shifts and the following: AOC removal plan dated 9/28/2023 was verified onsite 10/11/2023 at 2:30 PM: -QAPI meeting was conducted on 10/1/2023 to determine root cause. -Review of the ADhoc QAPI meeting minutes showed on 10/1/2023 a QAPI meeting was held to discuss implementation of a plan to implement person centered care plan for each resident for bowel regimen, monthly review of completed Resident at risk forms, falls, and BM audit results and trends will be completed by DON and/or designee and reported to the facility's QAPI Committee which consist of Medical Director, Administrator, DON, ADON, QA Director, Pharmacist, Social Services, Activities, Dietician, Therapy Director, and MDS Coordinator for next three months then reevaluated to determine if further monitoring is indicated. -Verification of staff training, and education was obtained by interviews and documentation. The nurses were trained by the Director of Clinical Operations and or designee by 10/2/2023 or prior to working next scheduled shift on bed safety policy, oxygen administration procedure, clinical protocol-bowel procedures and care plan-comprehensive person centered. Verified by the signatures of the nurses on the training sheet and by interview with nurses confirmed had received the training as indicated in their AOC. -Resident #4, #7, #8, #20, #21, and #22 assessed for constipation and reviewed for daily BM documentation and placed on Bowel Regimens and monitored daily. Monitors were reviewed by the DON or designee, for deficiencies. -Reviewed and verified the BM log and audits have been completed and evaluated as indicated in the AOC. -15-minute check have been completed daily for residents with handrail to beds. 2-hour Safety rounding had been completed on Resident #7 for appropriate positioning while in bed-invoice was obtained from the facility for the new air mattress purchases. All residents with handrails received 2-hour safety rounding (Resident #7 and Resident #34). -Working with Direct Supply and the bed frame manufacturer to obtain the appropriate mattresses. Order placed 10/6/2023. The facility's noncompliance of F-657 continues at a scope and severity D for monitoring of the effectiveness of the corrective actions. The facility is required to submit a Plan of Correction.
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Deficiency F0658 (Tag F0658)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of a facility document, the facility failed to ensure services were provided to meet acceptable professional standards for six out of six sampled residents (Resident (R) 4, R7, R8, R20, R21, and R22) reviewed for accidents, bowel monitoring, and supplemental oxygen therapy, out of a total sample of 35. On 07/30/23, R7 was found entrapped between the grab bar and mattress and sustained multiple fractures to his ribs. The nurse on duty assigned to R7 failed to complete a thorough assessment of R7 and failed to accurately report the incident to the resident's physician. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure R7 received supplemental oxygen therapy per the physician orders. R7's Physician's Orders were for R7 to have oxygen administered at two liters per minute (lpm) to keep his saturations above 90% for hypoxia (low level of oxygen). On 09/26/23, R7's oxygen concentrator was not working properly. The resident's oxygen saturation dropped to 83%. The facility determined that when the humidifier bottle was changed out, the cap was not correctly/fully applied and was not allowing oxygen to flow. Also, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated she assessed R7's oxygen saturation on 09/26/23; however, the DON did not document the assessment and did not document the incident in the resident's medical record. The facility also failed to have a system in place for bowel management to ensure nursing staff were monitoring residents' bowel movements. When R7 was transferred to the hospital for treatment related to the entrapment, it was discovered R7 had a fecal impaction which required an aggressive bowel regimen as treatment. Through record review a total of six residents (R4, R7, R8, R20, R21, and R22) were found not to have documentation of bowel movements. There was intermittent documentation that residents went at a minimum of 48 hours and up to five days without documentation of any bowel movements. The facility's failure to ensure acceptable professional standards of care has caused or was likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident. Immediate Jeopardy was identified on 09/28/23 and determined to exist on 07/30/23 in the area of 42 CFR §483.21(b) Comprehensive Care Plans, (i) Meet professional standards of quality F658 at the highest scope and severity (S/S) of a L. The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 09/28/23 at 8:30 PM. The facility was notified that an acceptable plan of removal had not been submitted and the Immediate Jeopardy was ongoing. Findings include: 1. Review of R7's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included dementia, difficulty in walking, repeated falls, pulmonary fibrosis, and sleep apnea. Review of R7's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 06/07/23, provided by the facility, revealed the facility assessed the resident that a brief interview for mental status (BIMS) score could not be completed. The facility assessed R7 to have long-term and short-term memory problems, and the resident was severely impaired in cognitive skills for daily decision making. Continued review the resident's MDS revealed the facility assessed R7 to require extensive assistance of two staff persons for bed mobility, transfers between surfaces, and toilet use. a. Review of R7's Interdisciplinary Note, dated 07/30/23 at 7:12 AM, completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 11 and provided by the facility revealed Patient found this am at 4am by CNA [Certified Nurse Aide], she immediately alerted nurse and found patient to be rolled off right side of bed with rt [right] arm/chest wedged in by side rail with bil [bilateral] legs folded under him. On assessment, patient responsive, but unable to explain to this nurse what had occurred. Myself and CNA assisted patient back bed and on further assessment, found red areas on right forearm and rib cage under breast, surface abrasions to rt hip and lower back. Abrasion to hip, cleaned and covered d/t [due to] scant amount of serous fluid present. VS [vital signs] 128/70 [blood pressure], hr [heart rate] 74, [respirations] 18 temp [temperature] 97.0 O2 [oxygen saturation] 96 ra [room air]. Supervisor notified as well as MD [physician] and patients [sic] responsible party. Neuro's [neurological checks] initiated and at baseline. Bed was in lowest position; patient has alarm mat but it was on left side of bed and staff wasn't alerted. Will continue to monitor. Review of an untitled Communication Record document provided by the facility revealed the first time a physician was notified after R7's entrapment on 07/30/23 at 4:00 AM, was on 07/30/23 at 8:10 AM, four hours after the incident occurred. The documented communication read, [LPN11 or Registered Nurse (RN) 3] nurses with [facility name], state the patient [R7] has an abrasion on his hip, hit his right arm and chest. The patient is not complaining of pain . Continued review revealed a second communication on 07/30/23 at 8:30 AM, completed by the on-call physician read, .Reports pt [patient] was slumped over side of bed and accidentally rolled of (sic) this AM. He sustained some abrasions on his, R [right] arm, and chest. Denies there was any bleeding .Instructed to sent to ED [emergency department] if VS [vital signs] become unstable or patient begins to bleed uncontrollably. Will inform [R7's Attending Physician]. There was no documented evidence the nurse reported the details of the entrapment. Review of R7's Hospitalists Discharge Summary, dated 08/04/23, provided by the facility revealed .Patient presents after a fall. He has a history of advanced dementia .Patient was apparently trying to get out of bed this morning around 4 AM. He has a handrail on the bed that he sometimes uses to help pivot. Apparently his hand became caught in the rail and then slid to the floor. He sustained injuries to his right hand, abdomen, and hip. He also has abrasions around his neck (possibly secondary to the oxygen tubing) .When patient's caregiver came to evaluate the patient today, she was concerned regarding the level of injuries and request to be brought to the emergency room for evaluation .In the emergency room, CT scan of brain/cervical spine/chest/abdomen/pelvis demonstrated nondisplaced anterior left fifth through seventh rib buckle type fractures and age-indeterminate nondisplaced fracture sequela of the right sixth rib. ER provider requested admission given rib fractures and risk for pneumonia . During an interview on 09/25/23 at 5:33 PM, RN3 stated he came on shift on 07/30/23 at approximately 5:45 AM. The RN stated he could not locate the nurse [LPN11] for the floor to do shift communication. RN3 stated he notified the nursing supervisor at 6:10 AM that he could not locate the nurse and needed shift report. Continued interview revealed after LPN11 was located and came to give him the shift report, she informed him that R7 had fallen and reported the resident had no substantial injuries, just some scratches and bruises on the ribs. RN3 stated being his first day out of orientation, he notified the nursing supervisor of the fall. RN3 further stated the day shift nursing supervisor and LPN11 entered into R7's room and he started medication pass. RN3 also stated he was later called to R7's room and told by R7's Care Connections Case Manager (CCCM) she wanted the resident sent to the hospital. She showed him the injuries and he was shocked because the resident had multiple injuries that were very visible. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 2:31 PM, R7's Attending Physician (AP) 1 stated during this interview with the surveyor was the first she had heard that R7 was wedged between the mattress and the grab bar on his bed. When listening to the nurses note dated 07/30/23 at 7:12 AM read to her by this surveyor, AP1 stated hearing the words wedged and bilateral legs under him was really distressing for her to hear. AP1 stated knowing those details, the resident should have been sent out to the emergency room sooner than he was. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 6:30 PM, LPN11 stated at approximately 4:00 AM on 07/30/23, CNA2 came to her medication cart and told her R7 was on the floor. Continued interview revealed LPN11 directly went to R7's room and discovered the right side of the resident's chest and his right arm were wedged in between the grab bar and his mattress. LPN11 stated R7's knees were barely touching the fall mat. LPN11 also stated R7 was wedged so tightly, the grab bar could not be lowered, there was no room to get a Hoyer lift, and the use of a gait belt would not have been safe. LPN11 stated she got a bedsheet and made a sling, slipped it under the resident, where she and the CNA got the resident unwedged and put him back into his bed. LPN11 further stated she had to push on the resident's mattress while pulling him to get him out of the grab bar. LPN11 stated her and RN4 later determined the resident's mattress edge failed by deflating and combined with R7's weight that was how he became wedged. LPN11 also stated by the time they got the resident back into bed, assessed, and started her paperwork, she did not see any serious injury, so she continued administering residents their medications and it did not seem emergent. The LPN stated no one ever followed up with her on the incident. Complete review of R7's Electronic Medical Record (EMR) revealed no documented evidence of an accurate assessment of R7's injuries as noted per the hospital discharge summary. b. Review of R7's Significant Change in Status MDS with an ARD of 08/16/23 revealed the facility assessed the resident as receiving oxygen therapy. Review of R7's current Physician Orders, located in the resident's EMR under order's tab revealed an order dated 08/04/23 of Oxygen at 2 liters/minute [per minute] to keep sats [saturations] above 90%. 2L [liters] inhalation every 12 hours for hypoxia . During an observation and interview on 09/25/23 at 1:56 PM, R7 was sitting at the dining room table with a peer. The resident was being administered supplemental oxygen via nasal canula. RN3 was asked to observe R7's oxygen concentrator and to verify how many liters per min was the resident's concentrator set at. RN3 stated the concentrator was set to 1.5 lpm. When asked who was responsible for setting the lpm on the concentrator, RN3 stated both nurses and CNAs were responsible for ensuring it was set correctly. During an observation and interview on 09/25/26 at 4:23 PM, R7 was lying in his bed, with his Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/machine that keeps breathing airways open) on, being connected to his oxygen concentrator. RN3 who was present during the observation verified the concentrator was set to 1.5 lpm. RN3 stated during the observation, he realized the concentrator should have been set to 2 lpm and immediately corrected the concern. RN3 also stated it was important R7's oxygen be administered per his physician's order to ensure his oxygen saturation was maintained at 90% or greater. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 3:20 PM, R7's CCCM approached surveyor and stated at approximately 2:15 PM today, herself and a care connections nurse came to visit R7. The CCCM stated R7 was sitting in the common area in his wheelchair when the care connections nurse noticed R7's humidifier bottle was not bubbling like normal. The CCCM and care connection nurse assessed the nasal canula and they did not feel any air flowing, so they got a cup of water to put the nasal canula in and verified there was no oxygen flow. The CCCM stated they immediately took the resident's oxygen saturation, and it was 83%. At that point, the nurse was not visibly available, so she went to the Director of Nursing (DON's) office and reported the concern. The CCCM further stated the DON obtained a pulse oximeter from the nurse's station and checked R7's oxygen saturation and it was still at 83%. The CCCM stated the DON immediately obtained a portable oxygen tank and within a few minutes, the resident's saturations rose to 90%. The interview also revealed the resident was more confused than usual, could not form words, tired looking, and was moving his arms around slowly with no purpose. The CCCM stated the Administrator informed her that she determined the oxygen concentrator's humidifier bottle was the reason oxygen was not flowing. Specifically, the Administrator told her when the bottle was changed out, the cap did not puncture the bottle to allow for air flow. Observation on 09/27/23 at 4:37 PM revealed R7's oxygen concentrator was set at 2.5 lpm. During an interview on 09/28/23 at 11:27 AM, RN3 stated on 09/26/23 at around 2:30 PM, while at the nurse's station he learned that R7's oxygen saturation was in the 80s. RN3 also stated the DON explained to him that the resident was not receiving the oxygen because the cap of the humidifier bottle did not puncture the bottle like it should have when it was changed out. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 12:17 PM, the DON stated on 09/26/23, R7's oxygen was not being administered as ordered. The DON stated when she arrived to the floor the resident was confused more than normal. The DON also revealed she assessed R7's oxygen saturation and it was in the mid-80s; however, the DON stated she had not fully investigated the concern and did not know if she documented the assessment. Continued interview revealed she obtained a portable oxygen tank from the crash cart, and administered the oxygen to the resident and his saturations came back up. The DON stated she determined that whoever changed the humidifier bottle on the concentrator did not ensure when screwing the cap on the bottle that it punctured the bottle so oxygen could flow. When asked who was the staff person that changed the humidification bottle out, the DON stated she had not investigated that yet. The DON further stated it was a full bottle, so it had to have been changed recently. During an interview on 09/28/23 at 2:34 PM, AP1, who was R7's attending physician stated she was at the facility during the concern with R7's saturations being in the 80s on 09/26/23. AP1 stated she did not assess the resident but mentioned to the nurse that putting him in bed and applying his CPAP may be needed because the resident's carbon dioxide level may have built up. Continued interview revealed it was important R7's oxygen be administered as ordered to keep his saturation above 90%. AP1 stated she wanted his oxygen saturation 90% or above because if it is below 90% for a long period of time, the resident may not get enough oxygen to the organs of his body. c. Review of R7's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/01/23 through 06/03/23, 06/16/23 through 06/18/23, 06/22/23 through 06/24/23, 06/30/23 through 07/04/23, 07/26/23 through 07/30/23, 08/04/23 through 08/07/23, 08/17/23 through 08/21/23, 08/29/23 through 08/31/23, and 09/09/23 through 09/12/23. Review of R7's Hospitalists Discharge Summary, dated 08/04/23 revealed .In the emergency room, CT scan of .abdomen/pelvis .Other pertinent findings include rectal distention concerning for fecal impaction .Hospital course by problem .Active Problems .Fecal impaction (HCC) .Constipation. Noted to have significant stool burden/fecal impaction on initial CT of the abdomen. Will start aggressive bowel regimen including enemas .Would continue aggressive bowel regimen after discharge .Hospital Summary .Follow-up Issues: Would recommend ongoing aggressive bowel regimen .Radiology Results: .CT Abdomen/Pelvis with IV Contrast .Findings: .Stomach and bowel: Stomach decompressed. Small bowel loops unremarkable. There is significant diverticulosis throughout the colon without evidence for diverticulitis. There is significant rectal fecal material present with distention up to 8 cm .Impression: .2. Rectal distention from significant amount of colonic fecal material, correlate for constipation for possible fecal impaction . 2.Review of R4's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. The surveyor requested R4's documentation of physician orders, daily bowel movement charting, and MARs; however, the facility never provided the requested documentation prior to leaving the building. 3. Review of R8's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/15/23 through 06/17/23, 07/29/23 through 08/01/23, 08/17/23 through 08/19/23, 08/25/23 through 08/29/23, and 08/31/23 through 09/04/23. 4. Review of R20's admission MDS with an ARD of 01/24/23 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R20's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 06/14/23, provided by the facility revealed the resident was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R20's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 07/05/23 through 07/07/23, 07/14/23 through 07/16/23, 08/20/23 through 08/25/23, 08/30/23 through 09/01/23, 09/08/23 through 09/14/23, 09/18/23 through 09/20/23, and 09/22/23 through 09/24/23. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 11:45 AM, R20 stated he has gone up to five days without having a bowel movement. The resident stated he had only told the nurse one time because it was bothering him. R20 also stated the nurses or CNAs have not asked him about his bowel movements or he would have told them how many days he goes without a bowel movement. 5. Review of R21's admission MDS with an ARD of 10/27/22 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R21's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 07/21/23, provided by the facility, revealed the resident was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R21's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/23/23 through 06/25/23, 07/10/23 through 07/12/23, 07/14/23 through 07/22/23, and 08/21/23 through 08/23/23. 6. Review of R22's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility, revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R22's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/24/23 through 06/26/23, 08/06/23 through 08/10/23, and 09/07/23 through 09/09/23. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 5:33 PM, RN3 stated he was not sure what the facility's protocol was; however, it was a nursing practice if a resident goes two consecutive days without having a bowel movement, then the nurse should notify the resident's physician. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 6:10 PM, the DON stated CNAs were to document each shift if their assigned residents had a bowel movement or not. When asked who was responsible for pulling the residents' bowel movement documentation, the DON stated there was no procedure in place directing what nurses or on what shifts the no bowel movement report was to be run. The DON also stated it was important the residents' bowel movements were tracked because going without a bowel movement for several days could cause multiple issues that could then lead to major health issues. The facility was asked for a policy related to professional standards and an untitled and undated facility letterhead document revealed This Facility uses the following: Lippincott Nursing Practice [Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice]. The document did not reference an edition number nor any other information. Refer to F684, F689, and F695 The IJ was effective from 9/26/2023 - 10/10/2023. An acceptable Removal Plan, which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy, was received on 9/28/2023. The corrective actions were validated onsite by the surveyors on 10/9/2023 and 10/11/2023 through review of the root cause analysis, in-services conducted, and staff interviews on all shifts and the following: AOC removal plan dated 9/28/2023 was verified onsite 10/11/2023 at 2:30 PM: -QAPI meeting was conducted on 10/1/2023 to determine root cause. -Review of the ADhoc QAPI meeting minutes showed on 10/1/2023 a QAPI meeting was held to discuss implementation of a plan to implement person centered care plan for each resident for bowel regimen, monthly review of completed Resident at risk forms, falls, and BM audit results and trends will be completed by DON and/or designee and reported to the facility's QAPI Committee which consist of Medical Director, Administrator, DON, ADON, QA Director, Pharmacist, Social Services, Activities, Dietician, Therapy Director, and MDS Coordinator for next three months then reevaluated to determine if further monitoring is indicated. -Verification of staff training, and education was obtained by interviews and documentation. The nurses were trained by the Director of Clinical Operations and or designee by 10/2/2023 or prior to working next scheduled shift on bed safety policy, oxygen administration procedure, clinical protocol-bowel procedures and care plan-comprehensive person centered. Verified by the signatures of the nurses on the training sheet and by interview with nurses confirmed had received the training as indicated in their AOC. -Resident #4, #7, #8, #20, #21, and #22 assessed for constipation and reviewed for daily BM documentation and placed on Bowel Regimens and monitored daily. Monitors were reviewed by the DON or designee, for deficiencies. -Reviewed and verified the BM log and audits have been completed and evaluated as indicated in the AOC. -15-minute check have been completed daily for residents with handrail to beds. 2-hour Safety rounding had been completed on Resident #7 for appropriate positioning while in bed-invoice was obtained from the facility for the new air mattress purchases. All residents with handrails received 2-hour safety rounding (Resident #7 and Resident #34). -Working with Direct Supply and the bed frame manufacturer to obtain the appropriate mattresses. Order placed 10/6/2023. The facility's noncompliance of F-658 continues at a scope and severity F for monitoring of the effectiveness of the corrective actions. The facility is required to submit a Plan of Correction.
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, record reviews, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to ensure six of six residents (Resident (R) 4, R7, R8, R20, R21, and R22) reviewed for bowel movement monitoring received the necessary care and treatment in accordance with professional standards of practice. On 07/30/23, R7 was transferred to the hospital after becoming entrapped in between his mattress and grab bar. While receiving treatment, it was discovered that R7 had a fecal impaction. Record review revealed there were no documented bowel movements for R7 for five days leading up to the fecal impaction diagnosis. Additional record reviews revealed the facility's systemic failure of ensuring residents' bowel movements were monitored to prevent constipation. The facility's systemic failure has the potential to affect all residents who resided at the facility. The facility's failure to ensure residents received quality of care and treatment has caused or is likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident. Immediate Jeopardy was identified on 09/27/23 and was determined to exist on 07/30/23, in the area of §483.25 Quality of Care F684 at a scope and severity (S/S) of a L. The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 09/27/23 at 4:55 PM. The facility was notified that an acceptable plan of removal had not been submitted and the Immediate Jeopardy was ongoing. Findings include: 1. Review of R7's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R7's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 06/07/23, provided by the facility, revealed the facility assessed the resident to always be incontinent of bowels. Review of R7's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/01/23 through 06/03/23, 06/16/23 through 06/18/23, 06/22/23 through 06/24/23, 06/30/23 through 07/04/23, 07/26/23 through 07/30/23, 08/04/23 through 08/07/23, 08/17/23 through 08/21/23, 08/29/23 through 08/31/23, and 09/09/23 through 09/12/23. Review of R7's Medication [Administration] Record (MAR), dated June 2023 and provided by the facility revealed the resident's physician ordered the following bowel regimen medications to prevent constipation, Miralax (laxative) 17 gram/dose oral powder .by mouth every day as needed for constipation. Milk of Magnesia (laxative) 400 mg/5mL [milligram/milliliter] or suspension .by mouth every day as needed for constipation if no BM [bowel movement] x 2 [for two] days; diagnosis/reason = Constipation . Dulcolax (laxative) 10mg rectal suppository .every day as needed for constipation if no bm x 3 days . and Fleet Enema 19 gram-7 gram/118 mL- 1 rectal every day as needed for constipation unrelieved by suppository; diagnosis/reason = constipation unrelieved by suppository . Review of R7's readmission Physician's Orders, dated 08/04/23, provided by the facility revealed R7 was ordered the following Milk of Magnesia 400mg/5mL oral suspension-2400mg/30ml by mouth every day as needed for constipation if no BM x 2 days ., Miralax 17 gram/dose oral powder- 17g [grams] by mouth everyday as needed for constipation, Dulcolax 10 mg rectal suppository- 10mg every day as needed for constipation if no bm x 3 days, and Fleet Enema 19 gram-7 gram/118 mL - 1 rectal every day as needed for constipation unrelieved by suppository. Review of R7's MARs, dated June 2023, July 2023, August 2023, and September 2023, provided by the facility revealed R7 was not administer any of the as needed medications for constipation for the dates when the resident went three days or longer without a documented bowel movement. Review of R7's Hospitalists Discharge Summary, dated 08/04/23 revealed .In the emergency room, CT scan of .abdomen/pelvis .Other pertinent findings include rectal distention concerning for fecal impaction .Hospital course by problem .Active Problems .Fecal impaction (HCC) .Constipation. Noted to have significant stool burden/fecal impaction on initial CT of the abdomen. Will start aggressive bowel regimen including enemas .Would continue aggressive bowel regimen after discharge .Hospital Summary .Follow-up Issues: Would recommend ongoing aggressive bowel regimen .Radiology Results: .CT Abdomen/Pelvis with IV Contrast .Findings: .Stomach and bowel: Stomach decompressed. Small bowel loops unremarkable. There is significant diverticulosis throughout the colon without evidence for diverticulitis. There is significant rectal fecal material present with distention up to 8 cm .Impression: .2. Rectal distention from significant amount of colonic fecal material, correlate for constipation for possible fecal impaction . During an interview on 09/26/23 at 2:31 PM, R7's Attending Physician (AP) 1 stated when reviewing R7's bowel monitoring documentation for the last week of July 2023 where there were several days with no documented bowel movement, and just now finding out the resident was diagnosed with a fecal impaction at the hospital, this was very distressing to her. AP1 also stated the PRN (as needed) medications were ordered for the purpose of ensuring the resident did not become constipated. AP1 further stated the facility should have implemented the PRN medications that she had ordered for R7. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 5:33 PM, Registered Nurse (RN) 3 stated he was not sure what the facility's protocol was; however, it was a nursing practice if a resident goes two consecutive days without having a bowel movement, then the nurse should notify the resident's physician. RN3 stated if a resident was to go multiple days without having a bowel movement, it could cause issues such as a bowel obstruction, pain, constipation, or an impaction. RN3 stated impactions were usually extremely painful. When asked how he would know if a resident had not had a bowel movement in two or more days, RN3 stated he was not for sure, and the facility had never told him that he needed to be going back and looking at Certified Nurse Aids (CNAs) documentation. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 6:10 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated CNAs were to document each shift if their assigned residents had a bowel movement or not. When asked who was responsible for pulling the residents' bowel movement documentation, the DON stated there was no procedure in place directing what nurses or on what shifts the no bowel movement report was to be run. The DON also stated it was important the residents' bowel movements were tracked because going without a bowel movement for several days could cause multiple issues that could then lead to major health issues. 2. Review of R4's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R4's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 07/05/23, provided by the facility revealed the facility assessed the resident as always continent of bowels. The surveyor requested R4's documentation of physician orders, daily bowel movement charting, and MARs; however, the facility never provided the requested documentation prior to leaving the building. 3. Review of R8's Significant Change in Status MDS, with an ARD of 08/25/23 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Continued review of the MDS revealed the facility assessed R8 as being occasionally incontinent of bowels. Review of R8's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/15/23 through 06/17/23, 07/29/23 through 08/01/23, 08/17/23 through 08/19/23, 08/25/23 through 08/29/23, and 08/31/23 through 09/04/23. Review of R8's current Physician Orders, provided by the facility revealed the resident was ordered the following bowel regimen medications Dulcolax 5 mg tablet, delayed release - 10 mg rectal every day as needed for constipation and Fleet Enema 19 gram-7 gram/118 mL- 1 Rectal every day as needed for constipation. Review of R8's MARs, dated June 2023, July 2023, August 2023, and September 2023, provided by the facility revealed R8 was not administer any of the as needed medications for constipation for the dates when the resident went three days or longer without a documented bowel movement. 4. Review of R20's admission MDS with an ARD of 01/24/23 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R20's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 06/14/23, provided by the facility revealed the resident was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Continued review of the MDS revealed the facility assessed R20 as being frequently incontinent of bowels. Review of R20's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 07/05/23 through 07/07/23, 07/14/23 through 07/16/23, 08/20/23 through 08/25/23, 08/30/23 through 09/01/23, 09/08/23 through 09/14/23, 09/18/23 through 09/20/23, and 09/22/23 through 09/24/23. Review of R20's current Physician Orders, provided by the facility revealed the resident was ordered the following bowel regimen medications Dulcolax 5 mg tablet, delayed release - 10 mg rectal every day as needed for constipation and Fleet Enema 19 gram-7 gram/118 mL- 1 Rectal every day as needed for constipation. Review of R20's MAR, dated June 2023, provided by the facility revealed R20 was ordered the following bowel regimen medications, Colace Cap [capsule] 100MG CAPS-100 mg by mouth every 12 hours for constipation; diagnosis/reason = constipation, Milk of Magnesia -30ml as needed 30 ml daily as needed for constipation Continued review of the MAR revealed there was no documented evidence R20 was administered any of the as needed medications for constipation for the dates when the resident went three days or longer without a documented bowel movement. R20's MARs for July 2023, August 2023, and September 2023 were requested; however, they were not received before the survey team exited the building and were not received after leaving the building. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 11:45 AM, R20 stated he has gone up to five days without having a bowel movement. The resident stated he has only told the nurse one time because it was bothering him. R20 also stated the nurses or CNAs have not asked him about his bowel movements or he would have told them how many days he goes without a bowel movement. 5. Review of R21's admission MDS with an ARD of 10/27/22 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R21's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 07/21/23, provided by the facility, revealed the resident was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Continued review of the MDS revealed the facility assessed R21 as being always continent of bowels. Review of R21's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/23/23 through 06/25/23, 07/10/23 through 07/12/23, 07/14/23 through 07/22/23, and 08/21/23 through 08/23/23. Review of R21's MARs dated June 2023, July 2023, August 2023, and September 2023, provided by the facility, revealed R21 was ordered the following bowel regimen medications, Milk of Magnesia -30ml as needed 30 ml daily as needed for constipation, Dulcolax 10 mg rectal suppository every day as needed if no BM x3 days, for constipation and Fleet Enema 19 gram- 7 gram/118 mL- 1 rectal every day as needed if unrelieved [sic] by Dulcolax suppository for constipation. Continued review of the MARs revealed R21 was not administered any of the medications when he did not have a documented bowel movement within three days. 6. Review of R22's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility, revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R22's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 06/29/23, revealed the facility assessed the resident as always being incontinent. Review of R22's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/24/23 through 06/26/23, 08/06/23 through 08/10/23, and 09/07/23 through 09/09/23. Review of R22's current Physician's Orders, provided by the facility revealed the resident was ordered the following bowel regiment medications, Dulcolax 10 mg rectal suppository- 10mg rectal every day as needed for constipation, Milk of Magnesia 400 mg/5 mL oral suspension give 30 mls-2400mg/30mls by mouth ever day as needed for constipation, polyethylene glycol POWD [powder] 17GM/SCOOP .every day as needed for constipation, and Fleet Enema 19 gram-7 gram/118mL- 1 rectal every day as needed for constipation. Review of R22's MARs, dated June 2023, July 2023, August 2023, and September 2023, provided by the facility revealed no documented evidence the resident was administered any of the as needed medications when there were not documented bowel movements for three or more days. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 3:38 PM, CNA 3 she would assume alert and oriented residents would tell her without her asking if they had a bowel movement. The CNA stated she checks on incontinent residents every two hours and would document in the computer if there was a bowel movement. CNA3 also stated if she did not get her charting completed by the end of her shift, she would inform the CNA for the next shift and the CNA would agree to chart for her. Continued interview with CNA3 revealed she rarely had time to chart bowel movement documentation because she was usually so busy answering call lights. Review of the facility's policy titled, Clinical Protocol: Bowel (Lower Intestinal Tract) Disorders, revised December 2017, revealed .Monitoring and Follow-Up .A. The associates and physician will monitor the individual's response to interventions and overall progress; for example .frequency and consistency of bowel movements . Review of the facility's undated Standing PRN Orders, document provided by the facility revealed, .Constipation: (always notify the provider of each additional step that is required) .If no BM for 48 hours, begin with: 1. Miralax 17GM PO [by mouth] QD [every day] + Colace 100mg PO Q12 [every 12 hours] .After 96 total hours since last BM: Choose from following options: 1. Magnesium hydroxide (MOM [milk of magnesium]) 400mg/5ml. Dose: 30 ml/day PO until BM, then D/C [discontinue] .Do not exceed more than 3 doses of the above medication. Please call provider . The survey team requested the facility provide the nursing practice the facility followed/referenced, specifically related to bowel management. The facility provided an untitled and undated facility letterhead document which read, This Facility uses the following: Lippincott Nursing Practice [Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice]. The document did not reference an edition number nor any other information. The IJ was effective from 9/26/2023 - 10/10/2023. An acceptable Removal Plan, which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy, was received on 9/28/2023. The corrective actions were validated onsite by the surveyors on 10/9/2023 and 10/11/2023 through review of the root cause analysis, in-services conducted, and staff interviews on all shifts and the following: AOC removal plan dated 9/28/2023 was verified onsite 10/11/2023 at 2:30 PM: -QAPI meeting was conducted on 10/1/2023 to determine root cause. -Review of the ADhoc QAPI meeting minutes showed on 10/1/2023 a QAPI meeting was held to discuss implementation of a plan to implement person centered care plan for each resident for bowel regimen, monthly review of completed Resident at risk forms, falls, and BM audit results and trends will be completed by DON and/or designee and reported to the facility's QAPI Committee which consist of Medical Director, Administrator, DON, ADON, QA Director, Pharmacist, Social Services, Activities, Dietician, Therapy Director, and MDS Coordinator for next three months then reevaluated to determine if further monitoring is indicated. -Verification of staff training, and education was obtained by interviews and documentation. The nurses were trained by the Director of Clinical Operations and or designee by 10/2/2023 or prior to working next scheduled shift on bed safety policy, oxygen administration procedure, clinical protocol-bowel procedures and care plan-comprehensive person centered. Verified by the signatures of the nurses on the training sheet and by interview with nurses confirmed had received the training as indicated in their AOC. -Resident #4, #7, #8, #20, #21, and #22 assessed for constipation and reviewed for daily BM documentation and placed on Bowel Regimens and monitored daily. Monitors were reviewed by the DON or designee, for deficiencies. -Reviewed and verified the BM log and audits have been completed and evaluated as indicated in the AOC. -15-minute check have been completed daily for residents with handrail to beds. 2-hour Safety rounding had been completed on Resident #7 for appropriate positioning while in bed-invoice was obtained from the facility for the new air mattress purchases. All residents with handrails received 2-hour safety rounding (Resident #7 and Resident #34). -Working with Direct Supply and the bed frame manufacturer to obtain the appropriate mattresses. Order placed 10/6/2023. The facility's noncompliance of F-684 continues at a scope and severity F for monitoring of the effectiveness of the corrective actions. The facility is required to submit a Plan of Correction.
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record reviews, and review of the facility's policies, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from accidents and hazards for one of three resident (Resident (R) 7) reviewed for accidents out of a sample of 35. On 07/30/23, R7 was discovered entrapped between his low air loss mattress and the grab bar attached to his bed. The resident sustained multiple fractures to his right and left ribs. Additionally, the facility failed to complete a timely and thorough investigation into the incident. An Immediate Jeopardy was identified on 09/26/23 and was determined to exist starting on 07/30/23, in §483.25(d) F689: Accidents. The Administrator was notified on 09/26/23 at 3:45 PM of the failure to prevent accidents and hazards for R7. The facility was notified that an acceptable plan of removal had not been submitted and the Immediate Jeopardy was ongoing. Findings include: Review of R7's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included dementia, difficulty in walking, and repeated falls. Review of R7's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 06/07/23, provided by the facility, revealed the facility assessed the resident that a brief interview for mental status (BIMS) score could not be completed. The facility assessed R7 to have long-term and short-term memory problems, and the resident was severely impaired in cognitive skills for daily decision making. Continued review the resident's MDS revealed the facility assessed R7 to require extensive assistance of two staff persons for bed mobility, transfers between surfaces, and toilet use. Review of R7's Care Plan Historical Copy, dated 06/29/23, provided by the facility revealed . [resident's name] has memory problems, impaired decision-making skills, and impaired ability to comprehend. Dx [diagnosis] dementia . [resident's name] needs assistance with daily ADL [activities of daily living] care .I need extensive [assistance] x1 [of one] person staff support with bed mobility . [resident's name] has potential for falls d/t [due to] dementia and limited mobility. Needs assistance with transfers and mobility. Hx [history] of falls. Poor safety awareness .Fall mats bilateral sides of bed .Fall mat with call light activation in place when resident in bed . The care plan did not include any interventions related to the resident using grab bars. Review of R7's Interdisciplinary Note, dated 07/30/23 at 7:12 AM, completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 11 and provided by the facility revealed Patient [R7] found this am [morning] at 4am by CNA [Certified Nurse Aide], she immediately alerted nurse and found patient to be rolled off right side of bed with rt [right] arm/chest wedged in by side rail with bil [bilateral] legs folded under him. On assessment, patient responsive, but unable to explain to this nurse what had occurred. Myself and CNA assisted patient back bed and on further assessment, found red areas on right forearm and rib cage under breast, surface abrasions to rt hip and lower back. Abrasion to hip, cleaned and covered d/t [due to] scant amount of serous fluid present. VS [vital signs] 128/70, hr [hear rate] 74, 18 [respirations] temp [temperature] 97.0 O2 [oxygen saturation] 96 ra [room air]. Supervisor notified as well as MD [physician] and patients [sic] responsible party. Neuro's [neurological checks] initiated and at baseline. Bed was in lowest position, patient has alarm mat but it was on left side of bed and staff wasn't alerted. Will continue to monitor. Review of R7's Interdisciplinary Note dated 07/30/23 at 11:43 AM, completed by Registered Nurse (RN) 3 and provided by the facility revealed Case manager came to visit and assess patient after fall. Case manager requested for patient to be sent out for xrays and evaluation. Called 911 with nonemergency transport to [hospital name]. Supervisor notified. Review of the Incident Witness Statement Form, dated 07/30/23, completed by LPN11 and provided by the facility revealed .Patient [R7] was on edge of bed [with] bil knees on fall mat [sic]. his [sic] upper rt side was up against handrail. He was assessed, Alert [sic] and talking. Assisted back into bed with further assessment completed . Review of the Incident Witness Statement Form, dated 07/30/23, completed by CNA2 and provided by the facility revealed .upon on [sic] doing my final round I entered [R7's Name] room and he had slid out of his bed on the right side. I made sure he was breathing and notified the nurse [LPN11's Name] . Review of R7's Hospitalists Discharge Summary, dated 08/04/23, provided by the facility revealed .Patient presents after a fall. He has a history of advanced dementia .Patient was apparently trying to get out of bed this morning around 4 AM. He has a handrail on the bed that he sometimes uses to help pivot. Apparently his hand became caught in the rail and then slid to the floor. He sustained injuries to his right hand, abdomen, and hip. He also has abrasions around his neck (possibly secondary to the oxygen tubing) .When patient's caregiver came to evaluate the patient today, she was concerned regarding the level of injuries and request to be brought to the emergency room for evaluation .In the emergency room, CT scan of brain/cervical spine/chest/abdomen/pelvis demonstrated nondisplaced anterior left fifth through seventh rib buckle type fractures and age-indeterminate nondisplaced fracture sequela of the right sixth rib. ER provider requested admission given rib fractures and risk for pneumonia . Review of the Safety Event Manager [facility incident report], with a completion date of 08/29/23, revealed .When did the event occur? 07/30/2023-04:00 [4:00 AM]. Who was the affected party? [R7's Name] .Was a physician or provider contacted in response to this event? Yes .07/30/2023- 07:30 [7:30 AM] .Briefly describe what happened. Patient found at side of bed on fall mat. How would you categorize this event? Falls & Slips .What was the cause of the fall? Accidental fall .Was any device, equipment, or software involved? No [inaccurate. Grab bar installed on the resident's bed]. What were the outcomes related to the event? No clinical outcome or consequences [Inaccurate. Resident sustained multiple rib fractures]. What was the severity of the event? Moderate: Event reached the person and caused moderate harm and required moderate intervention or care .Investigation Summary .resident transfers with pivot and x1 [times one] staff, w/c [wheelchair] for mobility. Resident was noted to have c/o [complaint of] pain and abrasions to his back/chest area on dayshift 7/30-resident sent out to ER [Emergency Room] per care manager's wishes-noted with L [Left] rib fractures 5-7 .In your opinion, what led to this event? resident [sic] attempted to get up unassisted/rolled out of the edge of bed. Give us your recommendations on what needs to be done as a result of this event. Scoop air mattress added, room rearranged with different bed placement, movement of the call alerting fall mat to the right side of the bed . The report was signed by the Administrator on 08/29/23 which indicated the investigation was completed 29 days after the incident occurred on 07/30/23. Additionally, the investigation did not include any information regarding the resident being entrapped in between the mattress and grab bar. Additionally, the Administrator's investigation did not include any information related to any abrasions around R7's neck as noted in the resident's hospital discharge summary. During an observation on 09/25/23 at 8:50 AM of R7's room, the resident's bed had a low air loss scoop mattress with bilateral grab bars. The left side of the bed was pushed all the way against the wall. During an observation and interview on 09/25/23 at 2:10 PM, Maintenance (MT) 1 measured the space/gap between R7's low air loss scoop mattress and the grab bar attached to the resident's right side of the bed. MT verified the gap was 4-5 inches and that was with him pressing some weight on the mattress. MT stated if the resident was to roll over to the edge of the low air loss scoop mattress, that would be the reason it would create a gap. MT also stated if the mattress was not a low air loss mattress, then there would be no gap created. Observation on 09/25/23 at 3:30 PM revealed R7 was lying in bed, rolled on his left side. During an interview on 09/25/23 at 4:45 PM, R7's Care Connections Case Manager (CCCM) stated she came into the facility to check on the resident after she received notification he [R7] had rolled out of bed. The CCCM stated R7 had abrasions around his neck, his chest and abdomen were bruised, and the resident had deep abrasions on his inner legs. During an interview on 09/25/23 at 5:33 PM, RN3 stated he came on shift on 07/30/23 at approximately 5:45 AM. RN3 stated he could not locate the nurse [LPN11] for the floor to do shift communication. RN3 stated he notified the nursing supervisor at 6:10 AM that he could not locate the nurse and needed shift report. Continued interview revealed after LPN11 was located and came to give him the shift report, she informed him that R7 had fallen and reported the resident had no substantial injuries, just some scratches and bruises on the ribs. RN3 stated being his first day out of orientation, he notified the nursing supervisor of the fall. RN3 further stated the day shift nursing supervisor and LPN11 entered into R7's room and he started medication pass. RN3 also stated he was later called to R7's room and told by R7's CCCM she wanted the resident sent to the hospital. She showed him the injuries and he was shocked because the resident had multiple injuries that were very visible. During an interview on 09/25/23 at 6:07 PM, when asked about resident's injuries and the nurse's note indicating he was wedged [entrapped], the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) stated she would not have thought that a grab bar would pose a risk. The ADON also stated this was a hazy area because the facility could not determine if R7 fell to the floor and then if attempting to get himself back up in the bed if that was when he became wedged or was it when he was attempting to get out of the bed. During an interview on 09/25/23 at 7:06 PM, RN4, who was the day shift nursing supervisor on 07/30/23 stated she was contacted by RN3 because he could not locate LPN11 to complete shift report. Continued interview with RN4 revealed when she received her shift report from the nightshift nursing supervisor, R7's fall was not reported. RN4 stated when she located LPN11, the LPN informed her that R7 had fallen during her shift but did not report include any details that the resident was wedged between the mattress and the grab bar. RN4 further stated she and LPN11 went to R7's room to lay eyes on him; however, she did not complete an assessment due to LPN11 informing her that she completed an assessment and treated minor abrasions. RN4 stated later that morning, she received a call from RN3 that R7's CCCM was demanding he be sent out because of the visible injuries. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 2:03 PM, the Administrator stated R7 was not assessed for the use of the grab bars. The Administrator also stated every resident bed at the facility had grab bars and they did not complete any assessments for any of the residents at the facility. The Administrator confirmed she did not complete a documented investigation until 08/29/23; however, she did not give a reason why it was not completed until then. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 2:31 PM, R7's Attending Physician (AP) 1 stated during this interview with the surveyor was the first she had heard that R7 was wedged between the mattress and the grab bar on his bed. When listening to the nurses note dated 07/30/23 at 7:12 AM read to her by this surveyor, AP1 stated hearing the words wedged and bilateral legs under him was really distressing for her to hear. AP1 stated knowing those details, the resident should have been sent out to the emergency room sooner than he was. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 3:44 PM, the Administrator stated all the mattresses in the facility were from Direct Supply and were a Panaca brand. The Administrator stated all the beds in the facility were Invacare C7 brand. Continued interview revealed the beds, and the mattresses were two different brands; however, they were compatible with one another. When asked if she was aware the manufacturer's manual for the Invacare C7 bed recommends to only use Invacare brand mattresses to prevent the risk of death or injury, the Administrator stated she was not aware of this. The Administrator also stated she was the person responsible for the purchasing of beds and mattresses. The Administrator stated she contacts the supplier, tells them what size mattresses and beds the facility needs, then the supplier makes the recommendation of what mattresses and beds would work together. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 6:30 PM, LPN11 stated at approximately 4:00 AM on 07/30/23, CNA2 came directly to her medication cart and told her R7 was on the floor. Continued interview revealed LPN11 directly went to R7's room and discovered the right side of the resident's chest and his right arm were wedged in between the grab bar and his mattress. LPN11 stated R7's knees were barely touching the fall mat. LPN11 also stated R7 was wedged so tightly, the grab bar could not be lowered, there was no room to get a Hoyer lift, and the use of a gait belt would not have been safe. LPN11 stated she got a bedsheet and made a sling, slipped it under the resident, where she and the CNA got the resident unwedged and put him back into his bed. LPN11 further stated she had to push on the resident's mattress while pulling him to get him out of the grab bar. LPN11 stated her and RN4 later determined the resident's mattress edge failed by deflating and combined with R7's weight that was how he became wedged. LPN11 also stated by the time they got the resident back into bed, assessed, and started her paperwork, she did not see any serious injury, so she continued administering residents their medications and it did not seem emergent. The LPN stated no one ever followed up with her on the incident. LPN11 also stated this was the scariest situation she had dealt with in her 33 years of nursing. Review of the Invacare bed user manual titled, Invacare [NAME] CS Series, revealed the user manual was for the CS7 bed model. Continued review of the manual revealed on page 19, DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury, or Adverse Health Consequences .Fall hazard exists due to use of Non-Invacare mattresses. Non-Invacare mattresses are potentially incompatible with Invacare beds. To avoid injury, ensure that only Invacare mattresses are used with Invacare beds at all times . Further review of the user manual revealed on page 18, DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury, or Damage. Patient entrapment from the use of bed side rails may cause injury or death. To Avoid patient entrapment: The Invacare mattress MUST fit firmly against the bed frame AND bedside rails to prevent patient entrapment. Follow the manufacturer's instructions .DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury, or Damage. Conditions such as .dementia, sleeping problems, and incontinence can significantly impact a patient's risk of entrapment .Monitor patients with these conditions frequently . Review of page 45 revealed .Bed Rails and Positioning Devices. DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury, or Damage. Patient entrapment from the use of bed side rails may cause injury or death. To avoid patient entrapment: The Invacare mattress MUST fit firmly against the bed frame AND bed side rails to prevent patient entrapment .Periodically monitor gaps between the bed, mattress, and/or bed rail. Where gaps occur, patient entrapment is possible, and the mattress should be replaced. Proper patient assessment and monitoring, and proper maintenance and use of equipment is required to reduce the risk of entrapment. Variations in bed rail dimensions, and mattress thickness, size or density could increase the risk of entrapment . Review of the facility's policy titled, Accidents and Incidents-Investigation and Reporting revised January 2020, revealed .Accidents or incidents involving residents shall be investigated and reporting completed, per state and federal requirements .A. The nurse should promptly initiate and document investigation of the accident or incident. B. The following information shall be included in the investigation, as applicable: 1. The date and time the accident or incident took place; 2. The nature of the injury; 3. The circumstances surrounding the accident or incident; 4. Where the accident took place; 5. The name(s) of witnesses and their accounts; 6. The resident's account of the incident; 7. The time the resident's Health Care Provider was notified, as well as the time the Healthcare Provider responded and his or her instructions; 8. The date/time the resident representative was notified and by whom . Review of the facility's policy titled, Falls, revised July 2023, revealed, .The purposes of this procedure is to provide guidelines for evaluation of a resident in the event a fall occurred and to assist associates in identification of potential causes of the fall .2. If a resident sustains a fall, or is found on the floor without a witness to the event, associates shall evaluate for possible injuries and provide first aid or treatment as indicated . The IJ was effective from 9/26/2023 - 10/10/2023. An acceptable Removal Plan, which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy, was received on 9/28/2023. The corrective actions were validated onsite by the surveyors on 10/9/2023 and 10/11/2023 through review of the root cause analysis, in-services conducted, and staff interviews on all shifts and the following: AOC removal plan dated 9/28/2023 was verified onsite 10/11/2023 at 2:30 PM: -QAPI meeting was conducted on 10/1/2023 to determine root cause. -Review of the ADhoc QAPI meeting minutes showed on 10/1/2023 a QAPI meeting was held to discuss implementation of a plan to implement person centered care plan for each resident for bowel regimen, monthly review of completed Resident at risk forms, falls, and BM audit results and trends will be completed by DON and/or designee and reported to the facility's QAPI Committee which consist of Medical Director, Administrator, DON, ADON, QA Director, Pharmacist, Social Services, Activities, Dietician, Therapy Director, and MDS Coordinator for next three months then reevaluated to determine if further monitoring is indicated. -Verification of staff training, and education was obtained by interviews and documentation. The nurses were trained by the Director of Clinical Operations and or designee by 10/2/2023 or prior to working next scheduled shift on bed safety policy, oxygen administration procedure, clinical protocol-bowel procedures and care plan-comprehensive person centered. Verified by the signatures of the nurses on the training sheet and by interview with nurses confirmed had received the training as indicated in their AOC. -Resident #4, #7, #8, #20, #21, and #22 assessed for constipation and reviewed for daily BM documentation and placed on Bowel Regimens and monitored daily. Monitors were reviewed by the DON or designee, for deficiencies. -Reviewed and verified the BM log and audits have been completed and evaluated as indicated in the AOC. -15-minute check have been completed daily for residents with handrail to beds. 2-hour Safety rounding had been completed on Resident #7 for appropriate positioning while in bed-invoice was obtained from the facility for the new air mattress purchases. All residents with handrails received 2-hour safety rounding (Resident #7 and Resident #34). -Working with Direct Supply and the bed frame manufacturer to obtain the appropriate mattresses. Order placed 10/6/2023. The facility's noncompliance of F-689 continues at a scope and severity D for monitoring of the effectiveness of the corrective actions. The facility is required to submit a Plan of Correction.
CRITICAL (J) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation

Administration (Tag F0835)

Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident

Based on interview, record review, and review of the facility's Administrator's and Director of Nursing's (DON) Job Descriptions, the facility failed to be administered in a manner that enabled effect...

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Based on interview, record review, and review of the facility's Administrator's and Director of Nursing's (DON) Job Descriptions, the facility failed to be administered in a manner that enabled effective use of its resources to attain and maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident in the facility. During an abbreviated survey, five Immediate Jeopardies were identified, with the highest scope and severity (S/S) of a L and four standard level tags were cited with the highest S/S being an F. The facility failed in the areas of 42 CFR 483.10 Notification of Change (F580), 42 CFR 483.12 Free from Misappropriation (F602), 42 CFR 483.25 Quality of Care (F684), 42 CFR 483.21 Comprehensive Resident Centered Care Plan (F657), 42 CFR 483.70 Resident Records-Identifiable Information (F842), 42 CFR 483.25 Bed Rails (F700), 42 CFR 483.25 Respiratory Care (F695), 42 CFR483.21 Comprehensive Care Plans/Services Meet Professional Standards of Quality (F658), and 42 CFR 483.25 Accidents (F689). The facility's failure to ensure it was administered in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently has caused or was likely to cause serious injury, harm, impairment, or death of a resident. Immediate Jeopardy was identified on 09/28/23 at 42 CFR 483.70 Administration (F835) and was determined to exist on 07/30/23. The facility was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 09/28/23 at 8:30 PM. The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 09/28/23 at 8:30 PM. The facility was notified that an acceptable plan of removal had not been submitted and the Immediate Jeopardy was ongoing. Findings include: Review of the Administrator's Job Description, effective 06/11/23, revealed Job Summary: Oversees the operational effectiveness of assigned facility. Responsibilities: Oversees the development and implementation of policies, procedures and strategies related to assigned facility. Ensures that facility is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Monitors care delivery to determine changes that may be needed to improve outcomes and service standards. Reviews data to identify performance improvement opportunities. Develops, implements, and monitors operating budgets for areas of responsibility. Directs and coordinates activities of all medical, nursing, and administrative staff and services . Review of the DON's Job Description, effective date 07/10/22 revealed, Job Summary: Directs services, workflow and resources for assigned long-term care nursing area. Responsibilities. Develops departmental goals and objectives consistent with medical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements of the long-term care health delivery system. Directs forecasting, planning, developing, organizing, implementing, directing, and evaluating all clinical services and programs to ensure high quality resident care. Plans, organizes, and directs all activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, and continuing education initiatives. Prepares and monitors budget(s) and ensures that assigned nursing area operates within allocated funds. Coordinates and directs internal and externally-driven audits. Monitors admissions, discharges, and transfers to assure appropriate care and compliance with State and/or Federal regulations. Complexity of Work: Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision . (Refer to F580, F602, F657, F658, F684, F689, F695, F700, F835, and F842) The IJ was effective from 9/26/2023 - 10/10/2023. An acceptable Removal Plan, which removed the immediacy of the jeopardy, was received on 9/28/2023. The corrective actions were validated onsite by the surveyors on 10/9/2023 and 10/11/2023 through review of the root cause analysis, in-services conducted, and staff interviews on all shifts and the following: AOC removal plan dated 9/28/2023 was verified onsite 10/11/2023 at 2:30 PM: -QAPI meeting was conducted on 10/1/2023 to determine root cause. -Review of the ADhoc QAPI meeting minutes showed on 10/1/2023 a QAPI meeting was held to discuss implementation of a plan to implement person centered care plan for each resident for bowel regimen, monthly review of completed Resident at risk forms, falls, and BM audit results and trends will be completed by DON and/or designee and reported to the facility's QAPI Committee which consist of Medical Director, Administrator, DON, ADON, QA Director, Pharmacist, Social Services, Activities, Dietician, Therapy Director, and MDS Coordinator for next three months then reevaluated to determine if further monitoring is indicated. -Verification of staff training, and education was obtained by interviews and documentation. The nurses were trained by the Director of Clinical Operations and or designee by 10/2/2023 or prior to working next scheduled shift on bed safety policy, oxygen administration procedure, clinical protocol-bowel procedures and care plan-comprehensive person centered. Verified by the signatures of the nurses on the training sheet and by interview with nurses confirmed had received the training as indicated in their AOC. -Resident #4, #7, #8, #20, #21, and #22 assessed for constipation and reviewed for daily BM documentation and placed on Bowel Regimens and monitored daily. Monitors were reviewed by the DON or designee, for deficiencies. -Reviewed and verified the BM log and audits have been completed and evaluated as indicated in the AOC. -15-minute check have been completed daily for residents with handrail to beds. 2-hour Safety rounding had been completed on Resident #7 for appropriate positioning while in bed-invoice was obtained from the facility for the new air mattress purchases. All residents with handrails received 2-hour safety rounding (Resident #7 and Resident #34). -Working with Direct Supply and the bed frame manufacturer to obtain the appropriate mattresses. Order placed 10/6/2023. The facility's noncompliance of F-835 continues at a scope and severity F for monitoring of the effectiveness of the corrective actions. The facility is required to submit a Plan of Correction.
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Notification of Changes (Tag F0580)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to immediately notify the resident's...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to immediately notify the resident's physician when there was an accident which resulted in injury and required physician intervention for one of one resident (Resident (R) 7) reviewed for notification of accidents out of a total sample of 35. On 07/30/23 R7 was discovered entrapped between his mattress and the grab bar attached to his bed. The physician was not notified until four hours after the event. Additionally, when the nurse did notify the physician, she did not report pertinent details of the resident being entrapped. R7 was later transferred to the hospital for treatment for injuries sustained during the entrapment which included several fractured ribs. Findings include: Review of R7's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included dementia, difficulty in walking, and repeated falls. Review of R7's Interdisciplinary Note, dated 07/30/23 at 7:12 AM, completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 11 and provided by the facility revealed Patient found this am at 4am by CNA [Certified Nurse Aide], she immediately alerted nurse and found patient to be rolled off right side of bed with rt [right] arm/chest wedged in by side rail with bil [bilateral] legs folded under him. On assessment, patient responsive, but unable to explain to this nurse what had occurred. Myself and CNA assisted patient back bed and on further assessment, found red areas on right forearm and rib cage under breast, surface abrasions to rt hip and lower back. Abrasion to hip, cleaned and covered d/t scant amount of serous fluid present. VS [vital signs] 128/70, hr [hear rate] 74, [respirations] 18 temp [temperature] 97.0 O2 [oxygen saturation] 96 ra [room air]. Supervisor notified as well as MD [physician] and patients [sic] responsible party. Neuro's [neurological checks] initiated and at baseline. Bed was in lowest position, patient has alarm mat but it was on left side of bed and staff wasn't alerted. Will continue to monitor. Review of R7's Interdisciplinary Note dated 07/30/23 at 11:43 AM, completed by Registered Nurse (RN) 3 and provided by the facility revealed Case manager came to visit and assess patient after fall. Case manager requested for patient to be sent out for xrays and evaluation. Called 911 with nonemergency transport to [hospital name]. Supervisor notified. Review of R7's Hospitalists Discharge Summary, dated 08/04/23, provided by the facility revealed .Patient presents after a fall. He has a history of advanced dementia .Patient was apparently trying to get out of bed this morning around 4 AM. He has a handrail on the bed that he sometimes uses to help pivot. Apparently his hand became caught in the rail and then slid to the floor. He sustained injuries to his right hand, abdomen, and hip. He also has abrasions around his neck (possibly secondary to the oxygen tubing) .When patient's caregiver came to evaluate the patient today, she was concerned regarding the level of injuries and request to be brought to the emergency room for evaluation .In the emergency room, CT scan of brain/cervical spine/chest/abdomen/pelvis demonstrated nondisplaced anterior left fifth through seventh rib buckle type fractures and age-indeterminate nondisplaced fracture sequela of the right sixth rib. ER provider requested admission given rib fractures and risk for pneumonia . During an interview on 09/25/23 at 6:07 PM, the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) stated she would not expect nursing to go into detail about the position R7 was in when he was discovered wedged between the grab bar and mattress when she notified the physician. The ADON stated nursing should report to the physician any injuries upon assessment. When asked what the appropriate timeframe parameters were for nursing to notify the physician after a resident accident, the ADON stated the nurse would have two to four hours to make physician notification. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 2:31 PM, Attending Physician (AP) 1, who was R7's attending physician, stated after hours, notifications are made through a medical records automated answering service software. After reviewing the notification service mobile application, the AP stated there was no mention of the resident being entrapped between the mattress and grab bar. AP1 also stated it was her expectation the nurse would have included the details of the resident being entrapped when she made her physician notification. AP1 further stated during this interview was the first time she was even aware R7 was entrapped. Continued interview revealed had the physician known the details of the entrapment, the resident would have immediately been sent out to the hospital. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 6:30 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 11 stated she believed she made the physician notification related to R7's fall around 7:30 AM on 07/30/23. When asked why the physician notification was made so long after the entrapment, LPN11 stated by the time they got R7 back into bed, assessed the resident, and initiating paperwork related to the incident, she needed to start her morning medication pass. LPN11 further stated she did not see any serious injury and it did not seem emergent, so she completed her morning medication pass and then notified the physician. LPN11 stated she was not sure what the facility's policy was regarding physician notification, and she had not been told a timeframe for making physician notification. Review of the facility's policy titled, Change in a Resident's Condition or Status, revised February 2022, revealed Policy Statement. Our community [facility] shall promptly notify the resident, his or her health care provider, and representative of changes in the resident's medical/mental condition and/or status .Policy Interpretation and Implementation. A. The nurse will notify the resident's Health care provider or physician on call when there has been a(an): 1. accident or incident involving the resident; .C. Prior to notifying the healthcare provider, the nurse will make detailed observations and gather relevant and pertinent information for the provider . (Refer to F689)
CONCERN (D) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Respiratory Care (Tag F0695)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to provide the necessary respiratory care and services consistent with professional standards o...

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Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to provide the necessary respiratory care and services consistent with professional standards of practice for one of four sampled residents (Resident (R) 7) and of one unsampled resident. On 09/26/23, R7 was not receiving supplemental oxygen as ordered, causing his oxygen saturation to drop below 90%. Findings include: Review of R7's Significant Change in Status Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 08/16/23 revealed the facility assessed the resident as receiving oxygen therapy. Review of R7's current Physician Orders, located in the resident's electronic medical record (EMR) under order's tab revealed an order dated 08/04/23 of Oxygen at 2 liters/minute [lpm/per minute] to keep sats [saturations] above 90%. 2L [liters] inhalation every 12 hours for hypoxia . During an observation and interview on 09/25/23 at 1:56 PM, R7 was sitting at the dining room table with a peer. The resident was being administered supplemental oxygen via nasal canula. Registered Nurse (RN)3 was asked to observe R7's oxygen concentrator and to verify how many lpm the resident's concentrator was set at. RN3 stated the concentrator was set to 1.5 lpm. When asked who was responsible for setting the lpm on the concentrator, RN3 stated both nurses and Certified Nursing Aides (CNAs) were responsible for ensuring it was set correctly. During an observation and interview on 09/25/26 at 4:23 PM, R7 was lying in his bed, with his Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/machine that uses air pressure to keep breathing airways open) on, being connected to his oxygen concentrator. RN3 who was present during the observation verified the concentrator was set to 1.5 lpm. RN3 stated during the observation, he realized the concentrator should have been set to 2 lpm and immediately corrected the concern. RN3 also stated it was important R7's oxygen be administered per his physician's order to ensure his oxygen saturation was maintained at 90% or greater. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 3:20 PM, R7's Care Connections Case Manager (CCCM) approached this surveyor and stated at approximately 2:15 PM today, herself and a care connections nurse came to visit R7. The CCCM stated R7 was sitting in the common area in his wheelchair and the care connections nurse noticed R7's humidifier bottle was not bubbling like normal. The CCCM and care connection nurse assessed the nasal canula and they did not feel any air flowing, so they got a cup of water to put the nasal canula in and verified there was no oxygen flow. The CCCM stated they immediately took the resident's oxygen saturations, and it was 83%. At that point, the nurse was not visibly available, so she went to the Director of Nursing's (DON's) office and reported the concern. The CCCM further stated the DON obtained a pulse oximeter from the nurse's station and checked R7's oxygen saturation and it was still at 83%. The CCCM stated the DON immediately obtained a portable oxygen tank and within a few minutes, the resident's saturations rose to 90%. The interview also revealed the resident was more confused than usual, could not form words, was tired looking, and was moving his arms around slowly with no purpose. The CCCM stated the Administrator informed her that she determined the oxygen concentrator's humidifier bottle was the reason oxygen was not flowing. Specifically, the Administrator told her when the bottle was changed out, the cap did not puncture the bottle to allow for air flow. Observation on 09/27/23 at 4:37 PM revealed R7's oxygen concentrator was set at 2 lpm. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 12:17 PM, the DON stated on 09/26/23, R7's oxygen was not being administered as ordered. The DON stated when she arrived to the floor the resident was confused more than normal. The DON also revealed she assessed R7's oxygen saturation and it was in the mid-80s. The DON stated she determined that whoever changed the humidifier bottle on the concentrator did not ensure when screwing the cap on the bottle that it punctured the bottle so oxygen could flow. During an interview on 09/28/23 at 11:27 AM, RN3 stated on 09/26/23 at around 2:30 PM, while at the nurse's station he learned that R7's oxygen saturation was in the 80s. RN3 also stated the DON explained to him that the resident was not receiving the oxygen because the cap of the humidifier bottle did not puncture the bottle like it should have when it was changed out. During an interview on 09/28/23 at 2:34 PM, with R7's Attending Physician (AP)1, stated she was at the facility during the concern with R7's saturations being in the 80s on 09/26/23. AP 1 revealed it was important R7's oxygen be administered as ordered to keep his saturation above 90%. AP1 stated she wanted his oxygen saturation 90% or above because if it is below 90% for a long period of time, the resident may not get enough oxygen to the organs of his body. Review of the facility's policy titled, Procedure: Oxygen Administration, revised October 2018, revealed, .The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines for safe oxygen administration. Preparation. A. Verify that there is a physician's order for this procedure. Review the physician's orders or community protocol for oxygen administration .Steps in the Procedure .K. Check the mask, tank, humidifying jar, etc., to be sure they are in good working order .Be sure there is water in the humidifying jar and that the water level is high enough that the water bubbles as oxygen flows through . The survey team requested the facility provide the nursing practice the facility followed/referenced, specifically related to oxygen therapy. The facility provided an untitled and undated facility letterhead document which read, This Facility uses the following: Lippincott Nursing Practice [Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice]. The document did not reference an edition number nor any other information.
CONCERN (E) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0602 (Tag F0602)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, interview, document review, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure there was no s...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, interview, document review, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure there was no suspected misappropriation of property, specifically narcotic mediations for six (Residents (R) 4, R9, R10, R11, R17, and R18) from two of two agency nurses, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 and LPN3. This had the potential for these residents to have insufficient pain medications when needed to control their pain. Findings include: During an interview on 09/12/23 at 3:00 PM, the Administrator stated that on 10/18/22, an agency nurse, LPN2 left two hours before the end of his shift, which would have been 6:00 AM. LPN2 left the medication cart and narcotic box keys with another unit nurse. The oncoming nurse, LPN5 arrived on 10/18/22 at 6:00 AM and because LPN2 was not there to conduct the narcotic count, LPN5 found LPN4 to do the count. The Administrator stated that LPN5 noticed inconsistencies in the narcotic log on the 6th floor and reported it to the Director of Nursing (DON) on 10/18/22 at 9:00 AM. The Administrator stated that she was notified, and the State Survey Agency (SSA) was notified at 10:16 AM. The Administrator stated that on 10/18/22, LPN4 determined that eight narcotic cards had inconsistencies in documentation. The total medications suspected of being misappropriated were: three Lorazepam (anti-anxiety pain medication), four Norco (narcotic pain medication), 19 Percocet (narcotic pain medication), seven Oxycodone IR (narcotic pain medication) and one Klonopin (anti-anxiety). The inconsistencies were on the 6th floor, 7th floor and 8E floor medication carts narcotic boxes. An audit of the narcotic boxes was conducted on 10/18/22 and revealed that all of the narcotic cards matched the narcotic sheets. The inconsistencies were noted in the date/time of some of the documentation as well as signatures that look to be inconsistent. LPN2 was noted to have worked on all of the medication carts/narcotic boxes for the time frames of the missing narcotics. LPN2's name was signed out on narcotic medications on the narcotic count sheet, however, did not match the administration time signed out on the resident's Medication Administration Record (MAR). 1. Review of the investigative file for 10/17/22 revealed that R11 had a narcotic order and narcotic card for Oxycodone IR 5 milligram (MG) signed out for six doses by LPN2. These doses were not documented in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). The dates on the Narcotic log sheet were not in numerical order. Also, one or two of the nurses' signatures were questionable. 2. Review of the investigative file for R17 revealed R17 had an order and narcotic card for Percocet 7.5 mg/325mg. LPN2 signed out the Percocet on 10/17/22 at 8:00 AM and again for 8:00 AM, then 2:00 PM, and 8:00 PM. On 10/18/22, LPN2 signed out the Percocet for 2:00 AM, 6:00 AM and then 8:00 AM. Review of the Physician order and the MAR revealed the medication was ordered for 8 AM/2 PM/8PM. In addition, there was no documentation in the EMR for all the times administered on 10/17/22. The narcotic sheet had a forged nurse's signature for a nurse who did not work the shift the medication was signed out. Dates on the narcotic sheets were not in numerical order. 3. Review of the investigative file for R10 revealed that R10 was discharged from the facility on 09/17/22. R10's Oxycodone/APAP tab 10/325mg narcotic card remained on the medication cart. The narcotic sheet showed Oxycodone/APAP narcotic medication was signed out 09/17/22 for the 9:00 AM, 9:00 PM and on 09/18/22 for the 9:00 AM doses. There was no signature of the nurse on 09/18/22 for 9:00 AM dose and 9:00 PM dose. On 09/20/22 to 9/22/22 doses were signed out by Registered Nurse (RN)2 even though she did not work this shift. (R10 was discharged on 09/17/22). 4. Review of the investigative file revealed an interview with R9 who was admitted on [DATE] to 12/21/22. R9 stated that he stopped taking his pain medication at night about two weeks prior to 10/18/22. Review of the narcotic sheet revealed for the Hydrocodone/APAP tab 5/325mg, entries for 10/15/22 for 7 PM and 12 AM had been signed out by LPN2. Review of R9's EMR revealed an admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 09/19/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 of 15 which indicated the resident was cognitively intact. Review of the police report dated 10/20/23 revealed that facility requested the police due to possible theft of narcotics. The Administrator informed police that between 10/13 and 10/16, a suspect was identified through the facility's internal investigation that had forged signatures and possibly taken prescription medication. 5. Another incident of possible drug diversion occurred on 07/19/23. 6. Review of the investigative file revealed that LPN3, an agency nurse, on 07/19/23 signed out two doses of Hydrocodone/APAP for R4 for the same date and time. LPN3 signed out one dose which was the last dose on one Hydrocodone/APAP card and then LPN3 signed out another dose of Hydrocodone/APAP for the same date and time on another Hydrocodone/APAP card and narcotic sheet. The facility conducted an audit of all the floors' medication carts/narcotic boxes and found another inconsistency in which four doses of Hydrocodone/APAP 5/325 mg was signed out for R18. The individual doses were signed out of date order. The four Hydrocodone/APAP cards were removed on 07/19/23 by LPN3. Three of the four narcotic count sheets were located in the medical records tray, and the 4th narcotic count sheet was found in the shred bin. The Administrator notified and reported the suspected drug diversion to the SSA on 07/20/23 and the staffing agency was notified that LPN2 and LPN3 could not return to the facility. Observation on 09/12/23 at 2:25 PM, the survey team conducted a count of all of the residents' narcotics in the facility's medication carts/narcotic boxes. The survey team found the residents' narcotic counts to be accurate. Review of the facility's policy titled, Controlled Substances dated 12/2016 revealed, .l. Associates to count controlled medications at the end of each shift. The associate coming on duty and the associate going off duty are to make count together. 1. The number total number of controlled substances are counted and confirmed .2, The leaving associate will read the count for each controlled substance .
CONCERN (F) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0700 (Tag F0700)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record reviews, review of the Invacare Bed User's manual, and review of the facility's policy...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record reviews, review of the Invacare Bed User's manual, and review of the facility's policy, the facility failed to assess and obtain consent prior to use of a grab for one of one resident sampled for bed rails (Resident (R) 7) out of a total sample of 35. The facility failed to follow the manufacturer's recommendations related to grab bars being attached to residents' beds. On 07/30/23 R7 became entrapped between the mattress and the grab bar attached to his bed sustaining injuries which included multiple rib fractures. Additionally, the facility did not complete assessments nor obtain consents prior to installing grab bars to residents' beds which had the potential to affect all 87 residents of the facility. Findings include: Review of R7's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included dementia, difficulty in walking, and repeated falls. Review of R7's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 06/07/23, provided by the facility, revealed the facility assessed the resident that a brief interview for mental status (BIMS) score could not be completed. The facility assessed R7 to have long-term and short-term memory problems, and the resident was severely impaired in cognitive skills for daily decision making. Continued review the resident's MDS revealed the facility assessed R7 to require extensive assistance of two staff persons for bed mobility, transfers between surfaces, and toilet use. Review of R7's Interdisciplinary Note, dated 07/30/23 at 7:12 AM, completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 11 and provided by the facility revealed Patient found this am at 4am by CNA [Certified Nurse Aide], she immediately alerted nurse and found patient to be rolled off right side of bed with rt [right] arm/chest wedged in by side rail with bil [bilateral] legs folded under him. On assessment, patient responsive, but unable to explain to this nurse what had occurred. Myself and CNA assisted patient back bed and on further assessment, found red areas on right forearm and rib cage under breast, surface abrasions to rt hip and lower back. Abrasion to hip, cleaned and covered d/t scant amount of serous fluid present. VS [vital signs] 128/70, hr [hear rate] 74, 18 [respirations], temp [temperature] 97.0 O2 [oxygen saturation] 96 ra [room air]. Supervisor notified as well as MD and patients [sic] responsible party. Neuro's [neurological checks] initiated and at baseline. Bed was in lowest position, patient has alarm mat but it was on left side of bed and staff wasn't alerted. Will continue to monitor. Review of R7's Hospitalists Discharge Summary, dated 08/04/23, provided by the facility revealed .Patient presents after a fall. He has a history of advanced dementia .Patient was apparently trying to get out of bed this morning around 4 AM. He has a handrail on the bed that he sometimes uses to help pivot. Apparently his hand became caught in the rail and then slid to the floor. He sustained injuries to his right hand, abdomen, and hip. He also has abrasions around his neck (possibly secondary to the oxygen tubing) .When patient's caregiver came to evaluate the patient today, she was concerned regarding the level of injuries and request to be brought to the emergency room for evaluation .In the emergency room, CT scan of brain/cervical spine/chest/abdomen/pelvis demonstrated nondisplaced anterior left fifth through seventh rib buckle type fractures and age-indeterminate nondisplaced fracture sequela of the right sixth rib. ER provider requested admission given rib fractures and risk for pneumonia . During an observation on 09/25/23 at 8:50 AM of R7's room, the resident's bed had a low air loss scoop mattress with bilateral grab bars. The left side of the bed was pushed all the way against the wall. During an observation and interview on 09/25/23 at 2:10 PM, Maintenance (MT) 1 measured the space/gap between R7's low air loss scoop mattress and the grab bar attached to the resident's right side of the bed. MT1 verified the gap was 4-5 inches and that was with him pressing some weight on the mattress. MT1 stated if the resident was to roll over to the edge of the low air loss scoop mattress, that would be the reason it would create a gap. MT1 also stated if the mattress was not a low air loss mattress, then there would be no gap created. During an interview on 09/25/23 at 2:03 PM, the Administrator stated all residents in the facility had grab bars attached to their beds. The Administrator also stated the facility had not completed assessments or obtained consent for the use of a grab bar(s) for any resident in the facility. Review of the facility's Bed and Device Inspection Log, sheet dated April 2022 revealed this was the last documented evidence of the maintenance department's bed inspections. During an interview on 09/28/23 at 6:25 PM, Assisted Living Staff (ALS) stated the inspection log dated April 2022 was the last time maintenance personnel inspected the beds. Review of the facility's undated policy titled, Resident Bed Safety Program Maintenance, revealed The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all resident beds that are installed with side rails or assisted devices are appropriately assessed and routinely inspected for safety .I. Quarterly inspections will be performed and documented using an approved Maintenance Inspection Checklist . Review of the Invacare bed user manual titled, Invacare [NAME] CS Series, revealed the user manual was for the CS7 bed model. Continued review of the user manual revealed on page 18, DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury, or Damage. Patient entrapment from the use of bed side rails may cause injury or death. To Avoid patient entrapment: The Invacare mattress MUST fit firmly against the bed frame AND bedside rails to prevent patient entrapment. Follow the manufacturer's instructions .DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury, or Damage. Conditions such as .dementia, sleeping problems, and incontinence can significantly impact a patient's risk of entrapment .Monitor patients with these conditions frequently . Review of page 45 revealed .Bed Rails and Positioning Devices. DANGER! Risk of Death, Injury, or Damage. Patient entrapment from the use of bed side rails may cause injury or death. To avoid patient entrapment: The Invacare mattress MUST fit firmly against the bed frame AND bed side rails to prevent patient entrapment .Periodically monitor gaps between the bed, mattress, and/or bed rail. Where gaps occur, patient entrapment is possible, and the mattress should be replaced. Proper patient assessment and monitoring, and proper maintenance and use of equipment is required to reduce the risk of entrapment. Variations in bed rail dimensions, and mattress thickness, size or density could increase the risk of entrapment . Review of the facility's policy titled, Procedure: Device Evaluation Form, revised January 2022, revealed .It is the policy of [facility name] that only approved safety and assistive devices will be used. Any resident for whom a safety or assistive device is being considered will have a Device Evaluation Form completed and reviewed by the interdisciplinary team (IDT) .B. The nurse will initiate the form, completing part 1 and contact a nursing supervisor. C. The nursing supervisor will discuss the assessment and recommendations with the nurse to determine if a device should be placed and its restraining effect. D. The IDT will review the form as soon as possible .F. Enablers are re-evaluated quarterly, using the Device Evaluation form. Procedures: A. On admission, or when a nurse determines, either by evaluation or resident/family request, that a resident may benefit from the use of a device for safety or increases independence, or upon routine re-evaluation of the use of the device, the nurse will initiate the Device Evaluation form . Review of the facility's policy titled, Bed Safety, revised June 2020, revealed Policy Statement. To promote a safe and restraint free environment, while acknowledging individual resident needs, [facility name] allows the use of approved bedside mobility aides for residents after an evaluation is completed and a health care provider order is obtained .Policy Interpretation and Implementation .B. The resident's environment should be evaluated by the interdisciplinary team, to review the resident's safety, medical status, comfort level and previous history. C. A therapy evaluation shall be considered as part of the resident's overall plan for mobility. D. The following bedside assist devices maybe utilized after a resident evaluation and review by the Interdisciplinary Team .5. Assist Handle .E. Alternatives are attempted prior to installing an assist device. If an assist device is used, the community will ensure correct installation, use, and maintenance of assist devices, including, not limited to: 1. Assess the resident for risk of entrapment from bed rails prior to installation. 2. Review the risks and benefits of assist devices with the resident/resident representative and obtain informed consent prior to installation .F. A health care provider order shall be obtained prior to the implementation of a bed assist device .
CONCERN (F) 📢 Someone Reported This

A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Medical Records (Tag F0842)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident records were complete, and staff accurately documen...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident records were complete, and staff accurately documented care and services provided for six of six sampled residents reviewed for bowel movement monitoring and/or respiratory care (Resident (R) 4, R7, R8, R20, R21, and R22). Review of bowel monitoring documentation revealed there was inconsistent documentation by the facility staff. Additionally, the Director of Nursing (DON) assessed R7's oxygen saturations after it was discovered his oxygen concentrator was not working properly; however, the DON did not document the assessment in the resident's medical record, nor did she document any details of the event in the resident's medical record. Findings include: 1. Review of R7's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. a. Review of R7's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 06/07/23, provided by the facility, revealed the facility assessed the resident to always be incontinent of bowels. Review of R7's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/01/23 through 06/03/23, 06/16/23 through 06/18/23, 06/22/23 through 06/24/23, 06/30/23 through 07/04/23, 07/26/23 through 07/30/23, 08/04/23 through 08/07/23, 08/17/23 through 08/21/23, 08/29/23 through 08/31/23, and 09/09/23 through 09/12/23. b. During an interview on 09/26/23 at 3:20 PM, R7's Care Connections Case Manager (CCCM) approached surveyor and stated at approximately 2:15 PM today, herself and a care connections nurse came to visit R7. The CCCM stated R7 was sitting in the common area in his wheelchair. The CCCM revealed the care connections nurse noticed R7's humidifier bottle was not bubbling like normal. The CCCM and care connection nurse assessed the nasal canula and they did not feel any air flowing, so they got a cup of water to put the nasal canula in and verified there was no oxygen flow. The CCCM stated they immediately took the resident's oxygen saturations, and it was 83%. At that point, the nurse was not visibly available, so she went to the DON's office and reported the concern. Review of R7's complete electronic medical record (EMR) revealed no documented evidence of the event regarding the resident's oxygen concentrator not working properly and his oxygen saturations dropping below 90%. Additionally, there was no documented evidence that the facility nursing staff assessed the resident's oxygen saturation. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 12:17 PM, the DON stated on 09/26/23, R7's oxygen was not being administered as ordered. The DON also stated she assessed R7's oxygen saturation and did not know if she documented the assessment or the event. 2. Review of R4's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R4's quarterly MDS with an ARD of 07/05/23, provided by the facility revealed the facility assessed the resident as always continent of bowels. The surveyor requested R4's documentation of daily bowel movement charting; however, the facility never provided the requested documentation prior to leaving the building. 3. Review of R8's Significant Change in Status MDS, with an ARD of 08/25/23 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Continued review of the MDS revealed the facility assessed R8 as being occasionally incontinent of bowels. Review of R8's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/15/23 through 06/17/23, 07/29/23 through 08/01/23, 08/17/23 through 08/19/23, 08/25/23 through 08/29/23, and 08/31/23 through 09/04/23. 4. Review of R20's admission MDS with an ARD of 01/24/23 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R20's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 06/14/23, provided by the facility revealed the resident was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Continued review of the MDS revealed the facility assessed R20 as being frequently incontinent of bowels. Review of R20's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 07/05/23 through 07/07/23, 07/14/23 through 07/16/23, 08/20/23 through 08/25/23, 08/30/23 through 09/01/23, 09/08/23 through 09/14/23, 09/18/23 through 09/20/23, and 09/22/23 through 09/24/23. 5. Review of R21's admission MDS with an ARD of 10/27/22 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R21's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 07/21/23, provided by the facility, revealed the resident was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Continued review of the MDS revealed the facility assessed R21 as being always continent of bowels. Review of R21's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/23/23 through 06/25/23, 07/10/23 through 07/12/23, 07/14/23 through 07/22/23, and 08/21/23 through 08/23/23. 6. Review of R22's undated Profile Face Sheet, provided by the facility, revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of R22's quarterly MDS, with an ARD of 06/29/23, revealed the facility assessed the resident as always being incontinent. Review of R22's Daily Charting . from 06/01/23 through 09/28/23, provided by the facility revealed the following documentation of the resident not having a bowel movement and/or no documented evidence of a bowel movement for three consecutive days or longer: 06/24/23 through 06/26/23, 08/06/23 through 08/10/23, and 09/07/23 through 09/09/23. During an interview on 09/27/23 at 3:38 PM, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) 3 she would assume alert and oriented residents would tell her without her asking if they had a bowel movement. The CNA stated she checks on incontinent residents every two hours and would document in the computer if there was a bowel movement. CNA3 also stated if she did not get her charting completed by the end of her shift, she would inform the CNA for the next shift and the CNA would agree to chart for her. Continued interview with CNA3 revealed she rarely had time to chart bowel movement documentation because she was usually so busy answering call lights. A facility policy was requested; however, it was never produced prior to exiting the building.
Nov 2019 1 deficiency
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Infection Control (Tag F0880)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on facility policy review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to follow infection control practices during medication administration observations for 1 of 4 nurses observed administ...

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Based on facility policy review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to follow infection control practices during medication administration observations for 1 of 4 nurses observed administering medications to 1 (#7) of 5 residents. The findings include: Review of the policy, Administering Medications, dated 2/2019, revealed .Associates shall follow established community infection control procedures (e.g., handwashing, antiseptic technique, gloves) .for the administration of medications, as applicable . Observation of a medication administration with Registered Nurse (RN) #1 on 11/19/19 at 8:15 AM, on the 5th floor revealed RN #1 opened a drawer to the medication cart. Continued observation revealed the RN pulled the medication packets, removed the medications from the packets, each time placing medication in her bare hand, for a total of 11 medications. Further observation revealed RN #1 administered the medications to Resident #7. Interview with RN #1 on 11/19/19 at 8:59 AM, on the 5th floor, confirmed she had touched the medications with the bare hands during medication administration for Resident #7. Interview with Quality Assurance Director on 11/19/19 at 8:59 AM, on the 5th floor, confirmed RN #1 was to have worn gloves when touching medications for administration to Resident #7.
Nov 2018 7 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0561 (Tag F0561)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to honor representative care choices for bathing for 1 residen...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to honor representative care choices for bathing for 1 resident (#7) of 13 residents reviewed of 26 residents sampled. The findings include: Medical record review revealed Resident #7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Muscle Weakness, Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), and Anemia (low red blood cells). Medical record review of the annual Minimum Date Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score could not be completed due to the resident being rarely or never understood. Interview with Resident #7's legal representative on 11/5/18 at 11:42 AM, in the resident's room, revealed . he should receive 3 showers weekly, but most weeks, he only gets one . Medical record review of Resident #7's Care Plan revealed, .Start 01/20/2017 .need total assistance with bathing/showering .Assist of 2 .3x (times) a week . Interview with Certified Nursing Assistant #1 on 11/6/18 at 4:04 PM, in the 6th floor nurse's station revealed, . he requires assistance of 2 .today is his bath day, and I haven't given him one yet until the nurse can help me . Medical record review of the Monthly Flow Sheet for October 2018 of Resident #7's bathing schedule revealed 4 baths were missed. Further review revealed baths/showers were not given as requested per Resident #7's legal representative for October 2018. Interview with the Director of Nursing on 11/7/18 at 9:42 AM, in the conference room, confirmed the facility failed to honor representative care choices for bathing for Resident #7.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

PASARR Coordination (Tag F0644)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review and interview the facility failed to resubmit a PASSAR Level 1 referral w...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review and interview the facility failed to resubmit a PASSAR Level 1 referral with diagnoses of mental illness for 1 resident (#86) of 3 residents reviewed for PASARR (Pre admission Screening and Resident Review) evaluation of 26 residents reviewed. The findings include: Review of the facility policy, PASARR (Pre admission Screening and Resident Review) with a revised date of 7/2018, revealed .The purpose of this policy is to outline the screening of residents with a history of serious mental illness .The community will not admit any new resident who is suspected of having .A serious mental illness unless .The state mental health authority determines that the physical and mental condition of the individual requires the level of services provided by the facility .The state mental health authority determines whether or not the individual requires specialized services for mental illness .The community must incorporate communication from PASARR Level 2 determination into a resident's assessment, care planning and to his/her level of care . Medical record review revealed Resident #86 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Bipolar Disorder, Diabetes, and Hypertension. Further review revealed Resident #86 was readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis including Bipolar Disorder with Psychotic Features, Generalized Anxiety, and Delusional Disorder. Medical record review of the PASARR dated 7/13/16 revealed a PASARR Level 1 screening was conducted on Resident #86. Continued review revealed .PASRR [PASARR] (LEVEL I) screen for Mental Illness & Mental Retardation .Mental Illness (check YES or NO for each question) .NO Does the individual have a diagnosis of major MENTAL ILLNESS (e.g.[for example] including .bipolar disorder .atypical psychosis .major depression .NO .Does the individual have any presenting evidence of MENTAL ILLNESS .including disturbance in orientation affect or mood . Medical record review revealed no documentation a PASARR Level 2 had been conducted on Resident #86 with mental diagnoses including Bipolar Disorder with Psychotic Features, Generalized Anxiety, and Delusional Disorder. Medical record review of a Psychiatric Consult dated 9/14/18 revealed Resident #86 was followed by psychiatric services for diagnosis Bipolar Disorder with Psychotic Features, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Delusional Disorder. Medical record review of a Psychiatric Consult dated 10/19/18 revealed .Continue Depakote . I believe that hypomania [mood state characterized by persistent disinhibition and elevation [euphoria] it may involve irritation, but less severely than full mania] is probably related to recent trauma .Problem .Delusions .Status: Worsening . Medical record review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #86 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status Score (BIMS) of 15 indicating the resident was cognitively intact. Medical record review of Resident #86's Care Plan dated 10/24/18 revealed . [Resident #86's] psychosocial well-being is impaired related to GAD [Generalized Anxiety Disorder] and bipolar disorder .[Resident #86] has alteration in mood related to h/o [history of] GAD and Bipolar disorder .[Resident #86] has impaired behavior related to h/o GAD and bipolar disorder . Medical record review of Resident #86's Care Plan with a start date of 11/6/18 revealed .Level 1 PASRR [PASARR] is Negative .[Resident #86] will have PASRR [PASARR] completed per regulation . Medical record review of the Physician Orders and Medication Record dated 11/2018 revealed Resident #86 was ordered Divalproex (mood stabilizer) 125mg [miligrams] tablet delayed release by mouth every day at noon for Bipolar Disorder. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 11/07/18 at 9:33 AM, in the conference room, confirmed the facility failed to resubmit a PASARR Level 1 for Resident #86 with diagnoses of Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder with Psychotic Features, and Delusional Disorder. Interview with the MDS Coordinator on 11/07/18 at 9:45 AM, in the conference room, confirmed the facility failed to resubmit a PASARR Level 1 for Resident #86 with diagnoses of Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder with Psychotic Features, and Delusional Disorder.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Comprehensive Care Plan (Tag F0656)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to implement a comprehen...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to implement a comprehensive care plan related to falls for 1 resident (#33) of 3 residents reviewed for falls of 26 residents sampled. Review of the facility policy, Using the Care Plan, last revised 7/2018, revealed .The care plan shall be used in developing the resident's daily care routines and will be available to associates who have the responsibility for providing care or services to the resident .Policy Interpretation and Implementation .The daily/weekly work assignments are driven from the Care Plan . Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including History of Falling, Foot Drop, Muscle Weakness, Cerebral Vascular Accident, Heart Failure, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder. Medical record review of the resident's current care plan revealed .Falls .[Resident #33] has potential for falls related to fall history .Anti rollbacks to w/c [wheelchair] .[updated] 10/31/18 . Observation and interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #3 on 11/07/18 at 2:42 PM, in the resident's room, revealed the resident was seated in his wheelchair and anti-rollback wheels were not in place. Interview with LPN #1 confirmed the resident was in his personal wheelchair and the anti-rollback wheels should have been in place. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 11/07/18 at 3:05 PM, in the conference room, confirmed an intervention such as anti-rollback wheels should immediately be put in place. Continued interview confirmed .if they're not on the wheelchair .clearly it's not happening . Further interview confirmed the facility failed to implement Resident #33's care plan for a fall on 10/31/18.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Accident Prevention (Tag F0689)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, review of the facility fall program documentation, medical record review, observation, and inte...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, review of the facility fall program documentation, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to implement falls interventions for 1 resident (#33) identified as high risk for falls of 3 residents reviewed for falls of 26 sampled residents. The findings include: Review of the facility policy, Falls Prevention, revised 1/2018, revealed, .Policy Statement/Overview .Early identification of the risk for falls and reduction of falls, encourage residents to maintain the highest level of independence in a safe environment without significant risk of injury. Based on previous evaluations and current data, the associates may identify interventions related to the resident's specific risks and causes to try to prevent the resident from falling and try to minimize complications from falling . Review of the facility's Fall Program documentation, undated revealed, .Post Fall Follow-up .Daily Clinical Huddle .Day following fall, Nurse Manager to check if interventions are in place and being used properly . Resident #33 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including History of Falling, Foot Drop, Muscle Weakness, Stroke, and Heart Failure. Medical record review of the Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status score of 8, indicating Resident #33 had a moderate cognitive impairment, and required extensive assistance for bed mobility and transfers with assistance from 1 staff member. Medical record review of Resident #33's Falls Risk assessment dated [DATE] and 11/1/18, revealed the resident was at high risk for falls. Review of the facility Safety Event Entry dated 10/31/18, revealed Resident #33 had an unwitnessed fall on this date, and was observed sitting in the floor in front of his wheelchair beside his bed. Medical record review of the Post-Fall Check List dated 10/31/18, revealed, .New Intervention .Anti-rollbacks to w/c [wheelchair] . Medical record review of the resident's current comprehensive care plan revealed, .Falls [Resident #33] has potential for falls related to fall history .Anti-rollbacks to w/c .10/31/18 . Observation and interview with Licensed Practical Nurse #3 on 11/7/18 at 2:42 PM, in the resident's room, revealed the resident was seated in his wheelchair and anti-rollback wheels were not in place. Interview confirmed the resident was in his personal wheelchair and the anti-rollback wheels should have been in place. Interview with the Director of Nursing on 11/7/18, at 3:05 PM in the conference room, confirmed an intervention such as anti-rollback wheels should be immediately put in place. Continued interview confirmed .if they are not on the wheelchair .clearly it is not happening . Further interview confirmed the facility failed to follow their policy for falls prevention.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Drug Regimen Review (Tag F0756)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Physician reviewed and ...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Physician reviewed and acted upon irregularities identified by the pharmacist for 2 residents (#38 and #62) of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications of 26 residents sampled. The findings include: Review of facility policy, Medication Regimen Reviews, revised 12/2016 revealed .The Pharmacist shall review the medication regimen of each resident at least monthly .Pharmacist will provide a written report or electronic via the electronic medical record to Physicians for each resident with an identified irregularity .If the Physician does not provide a pertinent response, or the Pharmacist identifies that no action has been taken .then contact the Medical Director .Copies of the drug/medication regimen review reports, including Physician responses will be maintained as a part of the permanent medical record . Medical record review revealed Resident #38 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder and Insomnia. Medical record review of a Consultation Report dated 6/25/18 revealed . [Resident #38] .has a PRN [as needed] for an anxiolytic without a stop date: Ativan [Anti Anxiety] 0.5 mg [Milligram] .since 6/22/18 .Recommendation: Please add a stop date . Continued review revealed the Physician did not respond to the Pharmacist recommendation. Medical record review of a Consultation Report dated 7/17/18 revealed .6/25/2018 .please add a stop date. This order [Ativan] is out of compliance with CMS Regulations . Continued review revealed the Physician did not respond to the Pharmacist recommendation. Medical record review of the Physician Orders dated 11/7/18 revealed .Ativan 0.5 mg tablet .4 times a day PRN . Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 11/7/18 at 2:50 PM in conference room confirmed .Physician failed to follow up with Pharmacy Recommendations . Continued interview confirmed .I am responsible for following up with Physician for Pharmacy Review Recommendations . Telephone interview with the Medical Director on 11/7/2018 at 4:26 PM, in conference room, confirmed he was not aware the attending Physician was not reviewing pharmacy recommendations. Resident #62 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including Major Depression Disorder, Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's, Delusional Disorders, and Malignant Neoplasm of Intestine. Medical record review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed Resident #62 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 4, indicating severe cognitive impairment, required extensive assistance with 1 staff member for activities of daily living, and did not experience behaviors Medical record review of the Medication Records dated 5/2018 - 7/2018 revealed .abhrp gel [compounded antipsychotic medication] .Apply 1 ML [milliliter] to inner wrist every 4 hours as needed for agitation .Start date 04/26/18 .End Date 07/26/18 . Medical record review of the Consultation Report dated 5/2/18 revealed .[Resident #62] has a PRN [as needed] order for an antipsychotic without a stop date: ABHR gel q [every] 4h [hour] prn since 4/25/18. This RX [prescription] is only good for 14 days. Recommendation .Please discontinue PRN ABHRP . Continued review revealed no documentation Resident #62's Physician responded to or acknowledged the recommendation. Interview with the DON on 11/07/18 at 12:28 PM, in the conference room, confirmed Resident #62's Physician had not responded to the pharmacy recommendations made on 5/2/18 and 6/25/18. Continued interview confirmed the facility failed to have Resident #62's Physician follow up with a pharmacy recommendation.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0761 (Tag F0761)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on facility policy review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure all expired medications, medication related supplies, and biologicals were discarded in 2 of 5 medication sto...

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Based on facility policy review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure all expired medications, medication related supplies, and biologicals were discarded in 2 of 5 medication storage areas and 1 of 3 medication carts observed of 6 medication storage rooms and 6 medication carts in use. The findings include: Review of the facility policy, .Storage of Medications last revised 12/2017 revealed .The nursing associates shall be responsible for maintaining medication storage .not use discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated drugs or biologicals . Observation with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #1 on 11/7/18 at 3:20 PM, in the 5th floor medication storage room, of the medication cart, revealed 44 Tylenol (medication to treat pain) 325 mg (milligram) tablets with expiration date of 10/31/18. Continued observation revealed the following expired supplies: * 2 light blue top laboratory tubes 2.7 ml (milliliter) with an expiration date of 7/31/18 * 2 blood transfer devices with an expiration date of 10/2018 Interview with LPN #1 on 11/7/18 at 3:20 PM, in the 5th floor medication room, confirmed the expired medications and supplies were available for resident use. Observation with LPN #2 on 11/7/18 at 3:42 PM, in the 6th floor medication room, revealed the following expired supplies: * 39 red top laboratory tubes 10 ml with an expiration date of 9/30/18 Interview with LPN #2 on 11/7/18 at 3:42 PM, in the 6th floor medication room, confirmed the expired supplies were available for patient use. Interview with the Director of Nursing on 11/7/18 at 5:10 PM, in the conference room, confirmed .The expired supplies should not be in the medication rooms or carts .Every Sunday night supervisors check for expired medication and supplies .we split up and go through each medication room . Continued interview confirmed the facility failed to ensure all expired medications, medication related supplies, and biologicals were discarded appropriately.
CONCERN (F)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents

Observation with the Dietary Server #1 on 11/5/18 at 12:34 PM, in the 8th floor kitchen, revealed: A) One 10 ounce plastic bottle containing approximately 2 ounces of ranch dressing with the top of bo...

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Observation with the Dietary Server #1 on 11/5/18 at 12:34 PM, in the 8th floor kitchen, revealed: A) One 10 ounce plastic bottle containing approximately 2 ounces of ranch dressing with the top of bottle cut off, ranch dressing contents open to air, and available for resident use. B) One 14 ounce container approximately ½ full of coffee ice cream, with ice crystals scattered throughout the inside of the ice cream container, undated, and unlabeled with the resident's name, and available for resident use. Interview with the Service Manager on 11/5/18 at 12:34 PM, in the 8th floor kitchen area, confirmed the facility failed to maintain a sanitary kitchen evidence by food items covered with ice buildup, undated, unlabeled, and open to air food items available for resident use. Based on review of facility policy, observation, and interview, the facility failed to properly clean and store kitchen equipment, separate cooking utensils from personal items, failed to discard expired food items, failed to secure, label and date opened food items, and failed to provide thermometers for 2 of 12 refrigerators and freezers possibly affecting 92 of 93 residents in the 1 of 1 kitchen and failed to secure, date, and label opened food items for 1 of 4 floor kitchens. The findings include: Review of the facility policy Food Purchasing and Storage, revised 12/2017 revealed .food storage areas shall be clean and dry at all times . Review of the facility policy Food Preparation Area Safety and Sanitation retrieved 7/23/18 revealed .cleaning schedules governing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning procedures should be followed . Review of the facility policy Food and Supply Storage Procedures revised 1/2012 revealed .cover, label and date unused portions and open packages .remove from storage any items for which the expiration date has expired .foods that must be opened must be stored .approved containers that have tight-fitting lids .hang scoop .scoops may be stored in bins on a scoop hanger . Review of the facility policy Food Contact Surfaces revised 1/2012 revealed .cooking equipment shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other accumulated soil . Review of the facility policy Food Handling Guidelines revised 1/2012, revealed .protect food from contamination with covers or shield .do not store food directly on ice . Review of the facility policy Equipment Temperature Monitoring and Documentation dated 7/23/18 revealed .document temperatures for all refrigerators and freezers used to store resident's food . Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 10:35 AM, in the kitchen revealed a covered stand-up mixer. Continued observation revealed dried white debris on the back, sides, and top of the mixer. Interview with the Executive Chef at this time confirmed the mixer was not used on 11/5/18 and the facility failed to properly clean and store the stand-up mixer. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 10:40 AM, at the prep station of the kitchen revealed a set of keys on a lanyard (cloth necklace) in a utensil drawer, along with cooking utensils. Further observation of the shelf over the prep table revealed sandwich rolls with an expiration date of 10/25. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to separate cooking utensils from personal items and to discard expired food items. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 10:43 AM, in the Produce Walk-in Cooler, of the kitchen, revealed 1 opened, half-loaf of wheat bread expired ''10/29'', 1 unlabeled, undated submarine roll, and 1 unlabeled, undated, half-loaf of raisin bread. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to discard the expired wheat bread and to label and date the submarine roll and the raisin bread. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:00 AM, in the Vegetable Walk-in Freezer of the kitchen, revealed 1 open to air, unsecured box of frozen peanut butter cookies (approximately half full) and 1 open to air, unsecured box of frozen oatmeal raisin cookies (approximately half full). Further observation revealed the opened cookie boxes were not dated or labeled. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to secure, date, and label the opened boxes of frozen cookies. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:05 AM, in the Milk Cooler of the kitchen, revealed no thermometer. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to ensure the placement of a thermometer for the cooler. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:08 AM, in the Meat Walk-In Freezer of the kitchen, revealed no thermometer. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to ensure the placement of a thermometer for the Meat Freezer. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:10 AM, in the Dry Storage room of the kitchen, revealed approximately 3 pounds (lbs.) of opened, unlabeled, and undated bag of couscous (small grain) and approximately one-half (½) lb. of opened, unlabeled, and undated bag of tube noodles. Interview with the Executive Chef cofirmed the couscous and tube noodles were opened, unlabeled, and undated. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:15 AM, in the Ice Cream Walk-In Freezer of the kitchen, on the top shelf, revealed a large metal pan with prepared hash brown casserole covered with plastic wrap. Further observation revealed a large ice block sitting on top of the casserole. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to properly cover and monitor frozen prepared foods. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:20 AM, at 3 of 3 double ovens in the kitchen revealed: Double oven number (#) 1: three of 3 crumb trays with a heavy amount of black and brown debris Double oven #2: one of 2 crumb trays with a heavy amount of black and brown debris Double oven #3: four of 5 crumb trays with a heavy amount of black and brown debris Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to properly clean the crumb trays of the 3 double ovens. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:25 AM, of the Line Freezer in the kitchen revealed the following open to air, unsecured, unlabeled, and undated food items: 15 frozen country fried steaks, 10 frozen breaded catfish nuggets, and ½ box of frozen sweet potato wedges. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the steaks, catfish, and sweet potatoes were opened to air, unsecured, unlabeled, and not dated. Observation and interview with the Executive Chef and the Dietician on 11/5/18 at 11:30 AM, of 1 of 3 bulk food storage bins revealed a scoop resting in the fish breading. Interview with the Executive Chef confirmed the facility failed to properly store the scoop. Interview with the Director of Dietary on 11/6/18 at 11:15 AM, in the Conference Room, confirmed the facility failed to properly clean kitchen equipment, separate cooking utensils from personal items, failed to discard expired foods, failed to secure, date, and label opened foods, and failed to provide thermometers for 1 refrigerator and 1 freezer.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

  • "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
  • "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
  • "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
  • "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
Concerns
  • • Multiple safety concerns identified: 5 life-threatening violation(s), $214,408 in fines, Payment denial on record. Review inspection reports carefully.
  • • 27 deficiencies on record, including 5 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
  • • $214,408 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Tennessee. Major compliance failures.
  • • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
Bottom line: This facility has 5 Immediate Jeopardy findings. Serious concerns require careful evaluation.

About This Facility

What is Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered much below average nationally. Within Tennessee, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.

How is Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee Staffed?

CMS rates ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 59%, which is 13 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 56%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.

What Have Inspectors Found at Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee?

State health inspectors documented 27 deficiencies at ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE during 2018 to 2024. These included: 5 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 22 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.

Who Owns and Operates Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee?

ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by ASCENSION LIVING, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 114 certified beds and approximately 84 residents (about 74% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tennessee.

How Does Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (59%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the facility's high staff turnover rate.

Is Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 5 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Tennessee. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.

Do Nurses at Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee Stick Around?

Staff turnover at ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE is high. At 59%, the facility is 13 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 56%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?

Was Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee Ever Fined?

ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE has been fined $214,408 across 1 penalty action. This is 6.1x the Tennessee average of $35,223. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.

Is Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee on Any Federal Watch List?

ASCENSION LIVING ALEXIAN VILLAGE TENNESSEE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.